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Thomas Leigh Obituary

Thomas W. Leigh Jr. CAPEVILLE - Thomas Wayne Leigh Jr., 39, died Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, in a tragic auto accident on the Eastern Shore. He was a native of Norfolk and lived in Portsmouth much of his life. He was self employed in the landscape business. Tommy attended Churchland High School and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Virginia Beach. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Bettie C. Leigh and Thomas Leigh Sr. of Machipongo, Va.; his wife, Susan E. Leigh; a maternal grandmother, Bettie Humphreys; a paternal grandmother, Esma Leigh; a daughter, Madison Marie Leigh; a son, Austin Preston Leigh; a stepdaughter, Samantha Williams; and three stepsons, Cory Williams, Dalton Williams and Dylan Williams. Tommy enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a caring and loving person. May he rest in peace. A graveside service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28, in Forest Lawn Cemetery by the Rev. Clarence Bowen. Memorial contributions may be made to your local SPCA. Arrangements are being handled by H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel. Online condolences can be made at www.hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 27, 2009.

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September 15, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are very sorry to hear
of your loss.
The Blankenship and Wilkins Families.
Bob, Lou, and Robert (Little Bit),
Pam, and Robin Blankenship
Anita, Charlie, and Bobby Wilkins

Brenda Doggett Radford

September 10, 2009

Mr and Mrs. Leigh you and your family are in my prayers. Amy called me and gave me the awful news about Tommy. I'm so sorry for your loss.

September 4, 2009

Betty and Tom,

Please know that Bob and I are heartbroken over your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Bob and Pat Panels

Judy Hugo Corrado

September 1, 2009

Dearest Bettie, Tom and Amy,
I'm so sorry I could not be with you in this time of heartbreak. Know that my heart and spirit were -- and always are -- with you. Know, too, that I cherish you all and will remember Tommy in happy days. He has found peace now and it is my prayer that you will find it also, through God's healing hands.
With love, Judy

D.A. & Nancy Adams

August 31, 2009

Our hearts feel for you during this difficult time Tom and Bettie. May you find peace in knowing that he could not had more loving parents than you.

Love you always,

D.A. and Nancy Adams

Stacey

August 27, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Tommy! I will always remember having fun with Tommy & Amy. Tommy could always make me laugh. Aunt Betty and Uncle Tom I am so sorry and I pray that you find comfort from God during this time. Tommy will be in heaven looking down on all of us with Uncle Dickie. Love, Stacey & Hunter

Rebecca

August 27, 2009

I can not express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers. He was a guy that loved life, and with I he will always be remembered.

August 27, 2009

Words can not describe how very sorry We are for the loss of Tommy. We wish there was something that could be said to make it better but it will take time and prayers. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you. We are just a call away. Call us if you need us. All our love, Randy and Darla

Betty Desjardins

August 27, 2009

I cannot tell you how sorry I am to hear of Tommy's passing. We all could not help but love him. I will remember his smile and sweetness. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Please know I am here if you need anything.

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