Earl Leatherman Obituary

Earl Robert Leatherman CHESAPEAKE - Mr. Earl Robert Leatherman, 91, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, after a brief stay in the Palliative Care Unit in Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro, N.C. He lived in Chesapeake from 1982 to 2006. Mr. Leatherman was born Oct. 9, 1917, in Akron, Ohio, to E. Roy and Bernice Leatherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Edwin Leatherman, during World War II; and two wives, Marian Virginia Leatherman, who was the mother of his children and Katie Belle Leatherman. A graduate of Akron University, Mr. Leatherman was a career employee of the U.S. government in Washington, D.C., for more than 30 years before his retirement in 1973. In past years, he was a member of Toastmasters International; and he also enjoyed singing as a member of a barbershop chorus. He is survived by his daughter, Linda Lindsay and her husband Norman of Greensboro, N.C.; son, Edwin Leatherman and his wife Sue of Waynesboro, Pa.; son, Larry Leatherman and his wife Jill of Loxley, Ala.; son, Timothy Leatherman of Birmingham, Ala.; 12 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. A sister, Phyllis Hatch of Mesa, Ariz., also survives. There will be no viewing or local funeral. Mr. Leatherman will be buried in Falls Church, Va. Arrangements are being handled by Lambeth-Troxler Funeral Home, Greensboro.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Earl Leatherman

10 Entries

Paul and Donna Doby

September 16, 2009

To the family of Earl Leatherman,

For the past 3 years Mr. Leatherman was faithful to attend Victory Baptist Church each Sunday morning. He was a delight and pleasure to know. We do and will truly miss his wonderful smile and quick humor.

The family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God add comfort in these difficult days and bless you with warm memories adding to the joy of having your Dad for almost 92 years.

Beverly Robinson

September 15, 2009

Dear Cousins, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You all will be in my Prayers. May God give all of you the strength you need to get through this. May God comfort ya all and wrap HIS loving arms around each of you. Love & Prayers, Beverly

September 14, 2009

Dear Cousins,

I was out of touch last week and just learned of the passing of your dad. Please accept my sympathy. I know that even when someone is ill, you feel unprepared to let them go.

I know you share some great memories, and I echo the ones that involve the Avery family reunions. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort.

Love,
Alice Wigden

Rachel Nordine

September 12, 2009

Linda, Ed, Larry and Tim,

Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I remember him as always having a great sense of humor. I am glad you had so many years with him and may you always remember the happy times.
Love,
Rachel and Jon

Mona Strayer

September 12, 2009

Dear Linda, Ed, Larry and Tim,
Sorry to hear about Uncle Earl's death. He was the cool Uncle. He loved music, as I do, and was always taking pictures, something his son-in- law took over. He was always the Southern Gentleman. Great fond memories. Love to All!
Doug and Mona

Maryanne Upton

September 12, 2009

Dear Linda, Ed, Larry and Tim,
Just got the email about Uncle Earl. We share your sadness, but know that he lived a long useful life. He was my one unusual Uncle. At the reunions, he was the one with the fancy camera around his neck, and the only one who wore shorts!! I was always so impressed with his intelligence and sophistication!
I know the many great family memories will be part of your comfort and peace during these next years without him.
You will all be in our prayers.

Maryanne & Butch

September 11, 2009

Linda & Norm,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of grief and adjustment. Glad you could have your Dad with you for a while during his final years. He lived a long and full life.

Trust the memories will be and become more precious as the days and years pass.

Rex & Darlene

September 11, 2009

Dear Linda, Norm & family,

Frank and I will always carry special memories of our Thanksgivings we spent with Earl, Marian and the rest of the family in Middletown those many years ago. Our thoughts are with all of you. May you have peace in your hearts knowing that you will see him again. "God be with you till we meet again." Much love, Lois & Frank

Dan & Jean Lee

September 11, 2009

We extend our deepest condolences to all the family with the passing of your loved one. May you be blessed with strengtrh and peace as you go through the service and burial. Know that our love and prayers are with you. So sorry we can't be with you in person, but be assured that we will be near in thought and prayers. Take care, and we look forward to your return. Our love and prayers, Dan & Jean Lee

Karen Rittenhouse

September 11, 2009

My love, thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. How special he must have been, and will always be, to all of you.

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