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Doris LEADBETTER Obituary

HAMPTON - Doris 'Dot' Leadbetter, age 85, departed this life on Friday, May 7, 2010. Doris was a native of Lawrence, Mass., and a resident of Hampton for 59 years. She was a member of Bethany United Methodist Church in Hampton.
Dot was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Sumner A. Leadbetter; and her parents, William and Sarah Towler.
Left to cherish Dot's memory are her son, Dwight S. Leadbetter and wife, Pam; daughter, Lois L. Epley and husband, Rick; grandchildren, Brian S. and wife, Cathy, and Lizann and loving friend, Michelle; great-grandchildren, Nina, Miranda, Joseph, and Leslie; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Dot's life will be held graveside at 11 a.m. Monday, May 10, 2010, at Parklawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Bethany United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund, 1509 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666.
Friends are encouraged to share memories and words of comfort with the family by visiting www.parklawn-woodfh.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from May 10 to May 11, 2010.

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May 14, 2010

We just want you to know that our thoughts are with you and Rick, you have taken such good care of her and were a blessing in her life! Let us know if you need anything.

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May 10, 2010

We were very saddened to hear that Mrs Leadbetter has passed away She was such a nice person.Frank and Kelly Crotts

Frances Pride

May 10, 2010

To the family.....in this time of grief, may it help you to know that others care. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Alan Partridge

May 9, 2010

Our family wishes to extend our heartfelt condolences at the passing of Aunt Dot. She always brought joy to our visits with her stories and anecdotes and we will miss her for that. We know that she is finally at peace and for that we are grateful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Terry,Alan, Jennifer & Tim Partridge

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