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Michael Ledford Obituary
54, passed away March 21, 2011, born January 23, 1957. Beloved husband of Jaye, a Loving father of Meghan, Alex, Marcus and Proud Papa of Adrian. Michael is also survived by his father David Simpson; brothers Dave (Joyce), Wra, Mitch (Lee); sister Jenny (Chuck); mother in-law Dolly Marcus; brother-in-laws Ed, Steve (Bonnie), Aaron and six nieces and four nephews. Michael was a Navy veteran, Artist, Photographer, gardener, History "freak", sports fanatic and "man-of-all trades". Michael was a great friend and co-worker to the students and staff at Roadrunner Elementary. He is preceded in death by his parents Elizabeth and Wra Ledford and brother Timmy. Donations in Michael's name can be made to M & I Bank or Roadrunner Elementary School. Location of the Celebration of his life to be held Saturday, April 02, 2011, 2pm at Roadrunner Elementary School, 7702 N. 39th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051. Memories and condolences may be left at the Guest Book at www.obits.azcentral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Ledford
6 Entries
Dana
April 5, 2011
The world has lost a little piece of sunshine with your loss Mike. Im gonna miss you bailing me out at work when i need to borrow supplies, but most of all ill miss your smile and humor!
Art
April 2, 2011
Mike may you rest in peace my friend it will not be the same going to Roadrunner to do work now your not there . You will be missed by all on the grounds crew. May god bring comfort to your family.Good bye my friend.
maggie Mizik
April 2, 2011
Mike always had a smile on his face and he always made coming to work easy. He always talked to me about Pittsburgh where I am from and he had so many great stories to share. Mike is awesome worker and friend. I will miss you very much RIP in Mike. Our Prayers and thoughts go out to your family that you always talked about. I feel very blessed to have met you.
Kimbery Gower
April 2, 2011
Jaye, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We all miss Michael. We love you
John, Kim and Zack
March 31, 2011
March 31,2011
My Condolences goes out to the
"Ledford Family"
~ Cruz M. Delgadillo
Deanne Armstrong
March 31, 2011
The world has one less Good Guy in it. Mike was just that. He was a special man. Roadrunner staff and children loved Mr. Mike and will miss him terribly.
Mrs. Ledford and children: My condolences to you.
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