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JAMES LEAKE Obituary

James Leslie Kunane Leake, Jr. "Celebration of Life" His journey on Earth began on February 6, 1979 and he continued a new one January 25, 2010. Jimmy, as he was known to his family and friends, was a light that had a lasting impression on all those who crossed his path. Through his uplifting spirit, infectious smile and passion for knowledge and understanding, he has left a piece of him behind for us all to celebrate.Jimmy will be truly missed by his loving parents Rowena (Noelani) and James Leake, his grandparents Roland and Evelyn Peahu, the late Robert Leake and Ann McIntosh, his three brothers Jaron and his wife Brittany, Jadd and Jake, and his niece and nephew whom he loved dearly, Livia and Zander. Jaron: "I love you so much and I am going to miss you dearly. Your memory brings warmth to my heart. I am blessed and proud to call you my brother." Jadd: "Jimmy, I love you so much! I will miss you everyday. The world isn't as bright now that you've gone. Thank you for being my friend and my brother. I love you." Jake: "James, I will hold those memories we shared together deep within me. I am so glad to call you my older brother. I will miss you, and I love you tons." His celebration will be held Friday, January 29th at 6:00 p.m. at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. So. Jordan Pkwy (10600 So.) followed by a farewell procession at 7:00 p.m. The family asks those close to Jimmy to continue the celebration of his life immediately following the farewell procession. Casual dress requested. Online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2010.

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Jaron Leake

February 11, 2010

Thank you for being my older brother> I love you so much. I know heaven is a brighter place with there. You made an impact on so many people. You are the greatest friend, unlce, brother, man, spirit that will be deeply missed. Until we meet again.

Ally Stagg

February 9, 2010

To all the wonderful Leakes,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. If there is any little thing we can do to make your life any easier at this time, please let us know. We love you all SO SO SO much and are so blessed to have Jaron and all of you in our family. All of us down here in Las Vegas love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you always. xoxox

Will and Rayona Butterfield

February 9, 2010

Jim and Noe,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Sorry we did not hear of it so we could help you with this sorrow. We know no loss could be greater than that of a child. We have grown to love you guys. Remember we are always here for you.

Breezy Amott

February 1, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with all of your boys and knew Jimmy, they were also friends of my cousin Austin Knight. Jimmy was a good person and was always smiling and laughing. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your difficult time.

Blake & Linda Daniels

February 1, 2010

We were so sad to hear of the loss of your Jimmy. We have been out of town all week and Chris told us the news when we returned. We think so much of your family. You have been very dear to us since we moved to South Jordan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Clint Long

January 31, 2010

Jim,
I was quite saddened to hear the news about your son. I can only imagine the pain and frustration you must feel. I believe everything happens for a reason and can only believe that Jimmy must have had a higher calling. My prayers are with you.

Joseph Crow

January 30, 2010

I worked with Jimmy at eBay and always injoyed our conversations about cars and what we wanted to own. What a shock to return back to work after haveing a child on 1/24/2010 to hear of this. He was a good man and great friend. I know he will be deaply missed by his loved ones.

Lenny Bruno

January 30, 2010

Jim and Noe,
What a great tribute to Jimmy. That was truly a celebration of his life and the wonderful man that he was here on earth. You are all wonderful and I am thankful that I know you. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. God Bless all of you.
Love,
Lenny

Debbie Fryer

January 29, 2010

Noe,
Just got home from the celebration of Jimmy's life. You did a beautiful job honoring your son. Your strenght and friendship inspires me. We will always have this horrible time frame in common. We both had handsome,talented sons who accepted people for who they were and did not judge them. I hope that I can be more like them.

cheryl cantrell

January 29, 2010

Jim,Noe,Jaron,Jadd and Jake,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son and brother.my fondest memories, is of jimmy running and playing with all our kids in Little Rock A.F.B. Ark. (Nevada Gang)!!! My heart is heavy to hear about jimmy, but my heart has wonderfull memories of jimmy!!!God bless all!!!
love,
cheryl and jay

Jim & Bunni Borget

January 29, 2010

So sorry about the loss of your son. May the Lord bless you and help you get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nicole

January 29, 2010

To my Leake Family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy, I am so blessed to have you in my life we have great memories together all our camping trips, holidays spent together and just the good old family gatherings. I know I was you babysitter but as the years went by I thought of you as my Brother. I will Miss you more than words can say. I LOVE U!!!
LOVE,
Your Sis Nicky

Pat Haws

January 29, 2010

Jim and Noe,

Please accept the thoughts and prayers of me and my family. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Maria

January 29, 2010

Jimmy was one of those beautiful people who everyone thought of as a good friend, myself included. He will be missed.

Ross Hinman

January 29, 2010

Dear Jim, Noe and family,
The plans we make for this life, are often interupted by circumstances beyond our control. I am so very sorry, for your loss, and hope your family and friends shared love for your son, helps to ease the sorrow you hold in your hearts.

January 29, 2010

I did not know you or your family, but I feel for you and wish to express my condolences; my thoughts are with you. Requiescat in pace...

Dan and Debbie Merriman

January 29, 2010

Jim and Noe, We were so very sad to hear about the loss of your son. A child passing before their parents is not the expected order of life. We share and understand your grief at this time.

John Phifer

January 29, 2010

My family's thoughts and prayers are with yours during this time.
John Phifer, CompHealth

Andrew Curran

January 28, 2010

You know... I'm the only son in my family. I have had a lot of step siblings in the past but I never really felt like I ever had brothers. I met Jadd in high school and quickly became friends with his other brothers Jimmy and Jaron. I would have to say that If I were to have brothers those guys were the closest that I ...have been to them. Jimmy thanks for all the fun times and always just taking life as it is. Never complaining about anything that I can remember, and just being happy with what you have in front of you. Everyone I think could have learned a lesson or two from you. Thanks for being a good person. The world doesn't have many of those left and now there is one less. I hope you find all that you have been looking for on the other side! R.I.P Jimmy

Warner and Laura Mathews

January 28, 2010

Jim and Noe, We are so very sorry for the loss of your precious son and our prayers are with you and your wonderful family.
Warner and Laura Mathews

January 28, 2010

I am so blessed to have had Jimmy in my life. He was a very special person and you should be very proud of the son you raised. I will miss his positive attitude, but mostly his smile. He made my mornings so bearable. I am honored to call him my friend and will miss him dearly. melinda bodell

r d

January 28, 2010

Jimmy was one of my first friends here at ebay when we both started, and we have maintained that friendship since. You will be deeply missed here by all of us. "I always knew i would look back on my tears and laugh, I never thought i would look back on my laughter and cry" .. anonymous

LeAnn Ostler

January 28, 2010

To extended family I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We used to go watch James and Dallas go play little league baseball. He was such a sweet person and you guys are such a loving family. May Gods arms be wrapped around you at this time.

Love,
Boyd and LeAnn Ostler (Dallas Rowsell's aunt and uncle)

Alison Pa

January 28, 2010

Jim, Noe and cousins:
Please accept our prayers and aloha at this sorrowful time. I know your lives will never be the same. We have fond memories of the family reunions that all of you came home. May god bless each and everyone of you and please know that we are thinking and praying for all of you all the way from Kaua'i. Iesu Pu........(god bless)

Love,
The Pa Ohana
Kane, Alla and cousins

Tina Mau

January 28, 2010

I work at eBay, and although I hardly knew him I can certainly say that he is one of those people that just had a great spirit about him. He was always very nice, always had a smile and said hello even though he didn't know me. I am so very sorry for your loss, may you always be blessed with the happy memories that you shared.

Tina Mau

D Jewkes

January 28, 2010

Jimmy was such a happy person, at work he walked with his head up high, always smiling and had something nice to say even if it was just a simple hello. It was nice to work with him and he will be dearly missed.

D Jewkes

Megan Beckstead

January 28, 2010

To the Leake family,
I didn't know Jimmy that well, but every time I saw him and hung out with him he had a huge smile on his face. He is smiling right now looking down upon his family. He loved to have a good time and he loved his family even more. He will be missed dearly. He has blessed me and many others. My prayers are with his family at this time. God Bless you all! We love you all! Keep Smiling always! Megan Beckstead, Ryan Timm and Kids.

Pinky Tryon

January 28, 2010

To all the family , Jimmy, Noelani, brothers, and grandparents, especially, Grandma Ann. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time. May God wrap his arms around you and bring you peace. He was loved by all. Pinky (Ethylmae ) Tryon and husband Blake

Jewel Asai

January 28, 2010

Aloha- the whole Peahu and extended family have you all in our thoughts and prayers. Rock On Jimmy! loves and lots of aloha Jewel and the Asai ohana.

January 28, 2010

Jim and Family,
I didn't know your son, and I have only met you once Jim, but I did want to convey my condolences on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Byron Schmidt
Chief, Airspace Management
Mountain Home AFB, Idaho

Tyson Purkey

January 28, 2010

My condolences to Jimmy's familly. I sat right next to Jimmy at work, even during the difficult days he knew how to keep everyone around him happy. He was probably the most friendly, and easiest person to talk to. I consider myself very lucky to have known him!

Julia Harper

January 28, 2010

How does one possibly cope with the sudden loss of a son, brother, uncle and friend like Jimmy. Our hearts ache for your loss knowing that on this earth he will so deeply be missed. We pray for you to have strength peace during this difficult time.
The Harper Family

Jason & Chantele Pehrson

January 28, 2010

Jimmy was an older brother to many for quite a few years. Always smiling and always positive and loved by all those he came in contact with. What a blessing it was to have he and his family (My 2nd family) in my life. I Love and will miss you Jimmy.

Carla Fobbs

January 28, 2010

To the Leake Family,
My heart goes out to you all. It has been quite some time since we lived next to each other, but I still remember the kindness, compassion, and zest for life that exuded Jimmy's being, even as a teenager. This is what I will remember and hold dear to my heart. My love and prayers are with you all.

Bobbie Edwards

January 28, 2010

Jimmy,

You shared the same appreciation for music, guitars, video games, you name it! Remember when Clayton invited you over to watch his new anime??? you guys love that stuff ah good times...

I remember when we were jammin together on the new Mesa Boogie amp I bought and I was amazed/jealous :) how well you could shred on my axe! Who is going to talk guitars with me now!??

I'm happy we were all able to spend some time together on new years but at the same time it saddens me cause I would have never thought it would be our last! I know we'll see each other someday in the future...

You endured a tough life my friend... but you didn't quit... didn't give up! I admired your outlook on life given your health condition and I'm blessed to be your friend. We will never forget you... OUR FRIEND YIMMY!

January 28, 2010

Jimmy was such an amazing person all around! I miss the days I lived next door to you guys... You were the family with the big brothers I never had and I have to say Jimmy was the sweetest! :) He was always smiling and was always there to offer a hug. His spirit was felt by everyone who came in contact with him. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family!! I love you all so much... Jim, Noe, Jadd, Jaron (and Fam) and Jake... My family and I are here if you need ANYTHING!!

-Brooklynn Fobbs

Cole and Nuria Bishop

January 28, 2010

We were SO lucky to get to know Jimmy. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed his life fully. He was the first one to dance when music was playing, and we shared the love for dogs. We will always remember and miss you Jimmy, you are amazing!

Chris Daniels

January 28, 2010

You can never forget someone like Jimmy. A warm smile, unique insight, contagious optimism, and selfless service to those around him, Jimmy is an example to all of us. I am fortunate to be one of many who new and loved him. Thank you Jimmy!

Meredith Greer

January 28, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the Leake family. I worked with Jimmy at eBay. He was so well liked! He and I use to joke with each other over Skype. I wish you peace. -Meredith Greer, co-worker

Matt & Kelli Bang

January 28, 2010

Yimmy was a BEST FRIEND and BROTHER to us! We will FOREVER miss him! Our memories are of nothing but good times. He holds a special part in our hearts. Thank you Yimmy for being the ROCK STAR that you were :) We love you!

January 28, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tom K

Chris Lopez

January 28, 2010

Jimmy, was a shining example of a person that enjoyed life! His unwavering friendship to those who had the privilage to know him was unmistakable. Jimmy and I used to talk daily about guitars. As a result, Jimmy helped me to appreciate the smallest details of music and how important it is to our lives. Jimmy's life was a song in and of itself and as we remember him let's do so in a covenant to always smile in memory of his graciousness and caring soul. I will miss you my friend!

Clark Sneary

January 28, 2010

Jimmy was a great guy and I will miss his wonderful, uplifting, talks we use to have about nothing and everything. you where a good friend and I'm glad we got to get to know each other. I will miss you.

Gary Sanchez

January 28, 2010

I remember Jimmy as a fun loving kid that loved his family greatly, very few of our many conversations at work left out his mom and dad and I thought that was really cool that he was not afraid to let us know how much he loved them, I think maybe that is what drew me to Jimmy "HE WAS REAL"

Gay Crist

January 28, 2010

Jim, Noe and family,

What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful man, brother and son..I will hold Jimmy always dear in my heart, smiling when ever I order nachos with extra cheese and jalapeƱos!!
Love always..

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