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JENNA LEAKEY Obituary

JENNA ELYCE LEAKEY, 18, passed away Monday, March 27, 2017, in Fort Wayne. She was born in Fort Wayne, was a member of Trinity English Lutheran Church and graduated from Snider High School, class of 2016. Jenna was a loving free spirited individual. She had an avid love of any animal. One of her favorites past-times was walking her dog Navi and her father's dog Amy. Jenna loved heavy metal music, was very creative and loved to draw just about anything that popped into her head. You never knew what kind of design you might have found that Jenna drew on her shoes. Surviving are her mother, Robin Bragg of Bellville, Ohio; father, Thomas Leakey of Fort Wayne; maternal grandmother, Patricia Biancaniello of Fort Wayne; and sister,, Kennedy Leakey of Fort Wayne. She was engaged to the love her life, fianc‚e, Jan Aleksi Sannemann of Finland. A Celebration of Life is 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2017, in the Krauss Chapel of Trinity English Lutheran Church, 450 West Washington St., with the Rev. Dr. Kathleen Haller officiating. A gathering of family and friends will immediately follow the memorial service in Wagenhals Hall at the church. Memorials may be made to the Allen County S.P.C.A.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Mar. 31, 2017.

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Patricia Biancaniello

April 30, 2017

Rest well my baby girl. I love you. Wait for me I won't me long. Your have taken a large piece of me with you that I can never fill until I see you again. You and Kennedy were the best part of me and always will be. I love you an miss you so.

April 30, 2017

They take your legacy post down tomorrow. I wanted you to know that I will always love you. You were my baby with those big blue eyes and bright red hair. You gave me so much love and meaning in my life, you and Kennedy both. I never knew what I was missing until you and Kennedy were born. Someone said, "That grandchildren fill the hole in your heart you never knew you had." I have lost a piece of myself than can never be replaced. I ache for site of you. i want to put my arms around you and protect you. Goodnight baby girl. I will see you soon. Wait for me. Love Grandma

Robin Bragg

April 14, 2017

Jenna was a wonderful child, she brought levity and joy to her father and myself. We will miss her every day of our lives.

Jane York (Weck)

April 3, 2017

Thom and family, My prayers and thoughts are with you. May God ease your sorrow and care for your daughter as he heals your hearts.

Star Nelson-Soto

April 2, 2017

I'm so sorry our sweet babies are gone. They were beautiful, amazing young women.

Dorie Groff-Brady

April 1, 2017

May God be with you during your time of sorrow. Prayers of loving strength and healing to you and your family.

Kelly Lary

March 31, 2017

Pat, I have no words to express how sorry I am for this horrible tragedy you and your family are going through. You always spoke so highly of your granddaughters. The world has lost a special light. Prayers to you, Robin, Thomas, & Kennedy.

Christina Mejer

March 31, 2017

I am so saddened by this tragedy for your family. I was Kennedy's first grade teacher and remember Jenna at Forest Park Elementary. Prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.

Deborah Penland

March 31, 2017

My prayers are with the family.

Vicki Sunday

March 31, 2017

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathey Kinsey

March 31, 2017

Pat, my heart breaks for you and your family. When we worked together I remember the conversations we had together about our granddaughters. I am so sorry, my prayers are with you and your famimy.

March 31, 2017

Pat
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your precious granddaughter. May you find comfort in all the memories you hold of Jenna and know she will always be with you.

Debby Anderson

Marie Taylor

March 31, 2017

Jenna's spirit was a bright spot for those whose lives she touched. Sending thoughts and prayers to family members.

Carole Brooks

March 30, 2017

Dear Pat, our hearts break for you and your family. Praying and sending our love. Let us know if you need anything. A special prayer for your sweet Kennedy. Love, Mike and Carole Brooks

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