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1940
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2015
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Guy Leekley Obituary
Asheville - Guy Leekley, age 74, of Asheville, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2015, at the John F. Keever, Jr. Solace Center.
Mr. Leekley was born November 6, 1940, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was a gifted teacher, accomplished poet and translator of the Tao Te Ching. He remained a dedicated student of the Tao. Guy was much loved and admired and embraced life with complete exuberance and joy. He was the son of the late Richard and Evelyn Kohanek Leekley.
Surviving are his beloved wife and partner, Donna Limperes; children, Lura Bickford (Daniel), Mark Leekley (Julie), and Garnell Limperes; grandchildren, Kevin, David, Lauren, Rachel, and Andrew; siblings, Brian Leekley (Kayle), Avon Leekley (Michael), and John Leekley (Rebekah).
His family will host a sharing of memories at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2015, in West Funeral Home, 17 Merrimon Ave., Weaverville.
Memorials may be made to CareParters Hospice, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
For those who desire, condolences may be offered to the family under Mr. Leekley's obituary at www.WestFamilyFuneralServices.com.
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David Karp
September 8, 2015
Donna and Family
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I know that your memories of Guy will only remind you of the good times together. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave Karp
Allstate Retiree
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