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‘Community Convoy’ planned to support FWB firefighter, honor wife lost to childbirth complications

A convoy of vehicles will roll through Fort Walton Beach on Saturday, Jan. 17, in support of Fort Walton Beach Firefighter David Leonard and his newborn daughter, Marlow.

Jared Williams

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A convoy of vehicles will roll through Fort Walton Beach on Saturday, Jan. 17, in support of Fort Walton Beach Firefighter David Leonard and his newborn daughter, Marlow.

Leonard’s wife, Crysta, passed away last month from complications after giving birth to Marlow.

The event begins at 9 a.m. at The Block (113 Eglin Parkway SE) with live music, breakfast and a donation drop-off point.

At 11 a.m., participants will depart in a convoy north on Eglin Parkway, west on Hollywood Boulevard past Fire Station No. 6, then north on Beal Parkway to Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson (788 Beal Parkway NW).

More live music, free food and vendors will be available at Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson starting around 11:30 a.m.

No registration is required, and all motor vehicles are welcome.

The event is sponsored by The Block, Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson, Fast Signs of Fort Walton Beach/Destin and Motorcycle Riding Events of America, with coordination from the Fort Walton Beach Fire Department.

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