Brief Life History of Leonard Xavier
Leonard Xavier Magnifico was born on 30 January 1912. He died on 26 December 1977, in Brownsville, Cameron, Texas, United States, at the age of 65, and was buried in Corpus Christi, Nueces, Texas, United States.
Photos and Memories (0)
Do you know Leonard Xavier? Do you have a story about him that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account
Family Time Line
Sources (4)
- Leonard Magnifico, "Texas Death Index, 1903-2000"
- Leonard Xavier Magnifico, "United States, GenealogyBank Historical Newspaper Obituaries, 1815-2011"
- Leonard Xavier Magnifico, "Find a Grave Index"
Spouse and Children
World Events (3)
1914 · Steamboat Service Established with New York
Satilla was the first Deepwater Steamship to arrive at the port of Houston. This accomplishment successfully established a steamboat service between Houston and New York City.
1914 · President Wilson Opens the Houston Ship Channel
Woodrow Wilson, 28th President of the United States, officially opened the Houston Ship Channel. The Port of Houston would be heavily used during World War I.
1916 · Boeing Aircraft
The Boeing Aircraft was named and created by William Boeing. The first two planes were Bluebill and Mallard and the first flight was July 15, 1916. Boeing aircrafts made their debut during WWI.
Name Meaning
Some characteristic forenames: Italian Orlando, Fiorino, Giuseppe, Adolfo.
Italian (Sicily): nickname from magnifico ‘magnificent’, used as a respectful term of address for a senior administrator, dean, etc., and also bestowed as an omen or well-wishing name.
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
Discover Even More
As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.