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Leona White Obituary
age 75, of Dayton, Ohio, a shining light in our lives, passed away June 19, 2023, Funeral service will be held 11 AM, Friday, June 30, 2023 at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 3375 Pastor S.N. Winston Way (formerly W. Siebenthaler Ave). Visitation 10-11 AM. Entombment West Memory Gardens. HHRoberts.com
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Virginia Malone
June 30, 2023
I did not know you well, but because of you , I have a wonderful, adorable grandson Caiden. For that I thank you. You are missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting you.
Cassandra Cortner Easterly
June 30, 2023
The Lord has taken a beautiful person to join Him in his heavenly home. May the joys of family, friends, classmates, and loved ones be a reminder of the warmth and kindness Leona left behind. Blessings.
Cassandra Cortner Easterly, Class of 1966
Beverly Knox
June 30, 2023
Leona was my neighbor for years and the first to welcome me. She always exuded gentleness. My deepest condolences to your entire family.
lynnette walker-campbell
June 29, 2023
We were childhood friends that lost touch. Now you are resting in the arms of our Lord. Rest in peace my friend.
Donna Christman
June 29, 2023
You have my condolences on the loss of Leona. I will be praying for your strength in the Lord.
Donna (Brown-Pitts) Christman and family
Eric Tyrone Abney
June 29, 2023
Kita & Robin so sorry for the loss of your mother. My deepest sympathy too you both.
Darlene Davis
June 29, 2023
Robin
I´m so deeply sorry for the lost of your mother and my friend.
Leon and I first met in 1971at Frigidaire, we became friends forever, she will be truly missed, may God bless and keep your family close.
Your friend Darlene Davis
Sandy Williams, PhD
June 29, 2023
Under the guidance and leadership of Mr. David Greer in 2007, Leona and I served as representatives of the Northwest Priority Board which was then located on North Gettysburg Avenue, Dayton OH. The mission of the Board of Northwest Priority Board [NWPB] was and is to maintain the Northwest Priority Board as a socially and economically integrated community; to plan implement and continue the ongoing pro-active approach for educational, social economic, health, and physical circumstances in the Board's area; to encourage citizen's participation at all levels of government.
Leona was famously known for her Love of God, Loyalty, Kindness, Empathy, Accountability, a Community-Centered Culture that Motivated Character Development and Emphasized Curiosity, Courage, Dignity, Concern Integrity/Leadership, Duty/Determination, Energy/Encouragement, Respect, Selflessness, Honorable/Humble, Innovation, Passion for and Pride in Work.
Madeline Cooper
June 28, 2023
Freda, My deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your sister.
Madeline
Lynn Potter
June 27, 2023
Leona was first my neighbor then my friend then my Sister. She was so kind, giving, smart and would do anything for you. Leona loved knowledge, learning, books and especially her family. I´ll miss your smile and the laughter we shared. Your legacy will go on forever through your girls and grandchildren They are as special as you. I´m going to miss you.
Ruben & Dorothy Johnson
June 27, 2023
This was my first cousin and she will be dearly missed, there will always be love in my heart for her and her entire family R.I.P. Cuz.
Amber Chill
June 27, 2023
Robin I am so sorry for your loss. My family sends our deepest sympathies, love & prayers to you and your family.
Tara Potter
June 27, 2023
Ms. Leona was one of the most beautiful people I´ve met in my life. A beautiful soul. Sending my love and prayers Robin and Kita.
Lawana Evans
June 27, 2023
Robin I am so sorry for your loss...I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.
Cora Diggs
June 26, 2023
My Dear Friend, Leona you will be so much missed, especially your laughter, your simile and your knowledge. Love you always, Cora Diggs
Marna Tuck
June 26, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. A great classmate of Dunbar "66"
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