Leonas Juozonis
1922–2015 (age 93)
Biography
Leonas Juozonis translated observation into quick, expressive caricatures, deftly capturing the humor and tension of his times. His drawings appeared in publications and exhibitions, offering audiences a playful yet incisive commentary on public life and personalities.
He championed the vital role of satire in democracy and inspired aspiring caricaturists to find the balance between wit and humanity. His legacy endures at Romainiai cemetery, where his sharp eye and gentle warmth are fondly recalled.