Leon C. Cropper, 82 of Rappahannock Academy passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Mary Washington Hospital. Born in King George, Leon had retired after 20 years of civil service at NSWC – Dahlgren and later worked as a warrant officer for Caroline County. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and was preceded in death by his wife, Addie Staples Cropper and all of his siblings. Leon is survived by his son, Chris Cropper (Cheryl); his two grandsons, Christopher Cropper and Corey Cropper and several nieces and nephews, including one devoted niece, Sharon. The family will receive friends at the Bowling Green chapel of Storke Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 5^th from 6:00 – 8:00pm. A graveside funeral will follow on Wednesday, November 6^th at 2:00pm in Greenlawn Cemetery, with Rev. Richard Headley officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.