Leonard Ardizzone
Sr. Vice Commander - Air Force

Leonard enlisted in the USAF in 1966.   After completing basic training at Lackland AFB, Texas he was sent to Chanute AFB, Illinois for B52 mechanical technician training lasting 6 months.  He was then transferred to Westover AFB for more extensive B52 training.  
Leonard was promoted to SSGT Crew Chief specifically for B52.  Leonard served in two Arc-Light combat tours, first in Thailand lasting 6 months and then in GUAM for 6 months. He was also on several combat bomb missions as part of the flight crew.
Leonard was honorably discharged in 1972.  He joined the VFW in 2004.  In March of 2024 he became the Sr. Vice Commander. Leonard is also a member of the Loveland Post 256 American Legion.