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Gary Leftridge Obituary

Leftridge, Gary L. Monday September, 22, 2008, Gary, 58 passed away after a courageous battle with Cancer. Son of Leonard and the late Margaret; beloved husband of Marilyn (nee Presson); dear father of Derek (Holly), Brian, Gary, Jennifer (Mark Montgomery), and Rachel; dear grandfather of Derek, Logan, Codie, Alex and Kyle; dear brother of Gerald, Karen (Angelo), Tina, Corky Presson and the late Connie; beloved brother-in-law to many; son-in-law to Imogene Presson.Services: A celebration of life will be held at COLONIAL MORTUARY HOFFMEISTER-KRIEGSHAUSER FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 6464 Chippewa at Watson on Thurs., Sept. 25, 2008 from 4-8:00 p.m. If desired, please make expressions of sympathy in Gary's memory to the Larry Rice Foundation.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2008.

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Aaron Laxton

October 12, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Gary. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers, if you need anything dont hesitate to let me know.

Pam Young

September 28, 2008

Marilyn, Jenny, Logan & Family, so sorry to hear about your loved one. God Bless all of you during this heartfelt time. He & sissy are probably having a cold one & a cigarette with no pain.
God Bless You! Love Pam & Family

Brenda Sharp

September 27, 2008

To my loving sister Marilyn;
We're thinking of you at this time of sorrow. Our deepest feelings can't always find their way from hearts to words.Wishing there was something we could say or do to make things easier for you right now. Hoping it will help a little just to know how much we care and that our loving thoughts are with you. With our sympathy.
Brenda & Ken

Jennifer

September 25, 2008

Thank you all for your heartfelt thoughts and sincere words during this time.

As you all well know, Dad was an amazing person..he loved and cherished his family and friends...
He was a quiet man with words, but a very loud and powerful one with emotions and feelings..
If he could, he would thank you all so very much for your words and for coming to be with Mom for the service. Everyone that loves him gives her strength, and that's what she needs right now...
God bless you all, and please keep his family in your prayers...

Blessed Be- Jennifer

Jessie Ochoa

September 25, 2008

To Our Dear Friends, The Leftridge Family:

The memories we shared as neighbors will always be in our hearts. Gary was always there for us and we will keep him and the family in our prayers.

With Lots of Love, The Ochoas

Georgia Rehme

September 25, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jim Hensz

September 24, 2008

To the Leftridge Family ...
Gary will be missed. He was a Great Person. And a Great Man.
"The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my delieverer; my God is my rock in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold"
Psalm 18:2
May God Bless you. Gary we will all miss you.

DAWN M-OPTIMA

September 24, 2008

DEREK AND FAMILY
I AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS

Cyndi

September 24, 2008

Sorry for your loss,may god walk you through this tough time.Sadly missed.

Wanda Lane

September 24, 2008

To The Leftridge Family,

Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your famly.

God Bless,
Wanda

Wilma & Bob Trulove

September 24, 2008

The Family of Gary Leftridge:

He who dwells in the shelter of the most high will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."

Psalm 91:1-2

God Bless your family

Wilma and Bob Trulove

Holly Leftridge

September 24, 2008

The Leftridge Family:

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary , but what is unseen is eternal.

2 Corinthians 4:17-18

Dr. Robert Perez and Staff

September 24, 2008

Dear Marilyn and Family,

We are all saddened at the passing of Gary. Know that there are many heartfelt thoughts and prayers with you and your family from Dr. Perez and all of us here at the office. Gary will be missed. May the Love and Comfort of Family and Friends bring peace and comfort to you and your family in the months to come. We are thinking of you and please call us if you need anything. God Bless you and your Family

Tracey Chase

September 24, 2008

To the Leftridge Family,

My deepest sympathy to you. You are all in my prayers!! May God grant you strength each and every day to get through this tough time.

Tonya Kunz

September 24, 2008

Gary - You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. May god give your family the strength to get through this tragic time.

Love, Tonya

Amanda Leftridge

September 24, 2008

You will be missed greatly. I always enjoyed the time we spent together. Thanks for helping out with my dad and family.
I love u

Trish Tolie

September 24, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

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