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Mary Leftwich Obituary
A native of Newport News, she was a graduate of Newport News High School and retired as secretary of Parkview Baptist Church, Newport News, after 21 years of service.
When moving to Gloucester, she became a member of Providence Baptist Church.
Preceding her in death were her husband, James Leftwich, and son, Robert Leftwich.
Survivors include two sons, James Leftwich of Florida, Ronald Leftwich and his wife, Judith, of Yorktown; one daughter, Sue Marshall and her husband, Otis, of Gloucester; daughter-in-law, Sarah Leftwich of Nebraska; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 25, in Peninsula Memorial Park with the Rev. Donald Ambrose officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Riverside Walter Reed Hospice, Bldg. D., Suite 301, 7550 Hospital Drive, Gloucester, VA 23061, or to the Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 1917, 6595 Main St., Gloucester, VA 23061.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Leftwich
Tia Trevallion
September 3, 2008
Mary was a remarkable and thoughtful lady who, whether she realized it or not, was an inpiration to many. I met her four years ago when she came into my office to join the gym. At that time she was 91 years old and still sharp as a tack. During the four years Mary was a member of the Wellness Center, I would listen to the excuses people would make as to why they could not exercise, then I would tell them about Mary. At that point, the excuses would stop.
During one of our conversations, I mentioned my sister lives in the historic North End section of N.N. Mary said she had lived there as well and began to share stories of her days there. The next time she saw me, she had brought some articles she had been saving over the years about the old neighborhood to give to my sister whom she had never even met.
I feel blessed and privledged to have had the opportunity to have known such a special lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
.
PAT FOX
September 2, 2008
Jim. thank you for allowing me to meet your mother MARY. She was truley an ANGEL ON EARTH ...YOU and your family will be in my PRAYERS PAT FOX Newport News VA.//Panama City FL. JIM, YOU AISO ARE A SPECIAL PERSON
Don and Barbara Conway and Terri Haynie
August 26, 2008
Dear Sue and Otis:
We are so saddened at your mother's passing and are so sorry we had to miss the service--we are currently out of town. Mary was a great inspiration with her boundless energy and obvious joy in life and in the Lord. It was a privilege to know her. You will be in our prayers.
Barbara and Don Conway
Dear Sue and Otis--
I was always impressed with Mary and her sense of humor and sharp wit...she made me smile every time I spoke with her. Clearly, she was a class act and a real inspiration to so many people...I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss her dearly.
Terri Haynie
Tom Hudgins
August 26, 2008
To the family of Mary Leftwich,
I will never forget her kindness at Parkview Baptist Church. My thoughts and prayers are with you tonight.
Bob and Pat Harris
August 25, 2008
To: Ron and Judy,
Bob and I want to express our deepest sympathy in the lost of Ron's mother. It is hard for us on earth to have our love ones leave us, but God has called her home to a place were she can now have complete peace and joy as she glorifies our loving Lord and Savior.
Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
Think of you often.
Arleen Mullen
August 25, 2008
Jim and family:
Judy was a class mate of mine at Rex Nursing school in Raleigh. Our sympathy goes to all of you this morning as you say your earlthly good bys to your Mom. Those 'golden bells' are ringing as she joins the celebration with our Lord and Saviour.
Arleen and Steve Mullen, New Bern, NC
William Strum Jr.
August 25, 2008
Ronnie&Sue Your mother Was & Always will be a wonderful person in my life. I was blessed in my life to have know her. All my best .
Carmen & Steve Hogge
August 24, 2008
To: Sue, Otis & Family
Our sincerely sympathy to your entire family on the passing
of "Mama Mary". She was quite an extraordinary lady who led such an active life for the majority of her 95 years, She was loved by all who knew her and there is no doubt that she will be truly missed. We know that she received alot of love & care over the years while in your home and for
that you will be blessed. God bless you at this difficult time.
Claude and Mildred Kelly
August 24, 2008
Jim , You have always been a great Friend and we will be in Prayer for you and the Family.
You were all so Blessed to have Mary for 95-years ! You are a living testimony of Her Greatness as a Mother and Friend.
Claude and Mildred Kelly
Jim Leftwich
August 24, 2008
Mom was a living Angel on earth. Always there, always helping those in her presence. We, her children, were blessed to have such a wonderful role model who continued to mold lives of her children and grand children.
Her son, Jim
Wayne & Barbara Kerlin
August 24, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathy to Mary's family. We remember Mary with great fondness, she was truly a wonderful christian lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lisa Stanton
August 24, 2008
Daddy and Aunt Sue,
Sorry I can't make it to Memaw's funeral. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you,
Lisa
Mark & Miriam Waggoner
August 24, 2008
To the Family of Leftwich,
We have fond memories of Mary at Parkview.
Sincerely,
Mark & Miriam Olson Waggoner
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