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October 27, 2019
I guess Mr Leach just got plain o tired of discrimination and unsafe working conditions and decided to do something about it. I offer my sincere sympathy for his loss. God bless the family.
Sandra Harris
September 6, 2019
To the family , you have our deepest condolences in time of your sorrow. May God continue to Bless all of you . The Harris & Walker families.
Elgy Smith
September 6, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rosie Green
September 6, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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September 6, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patrick Nichols
September 6, 2019
I had the privilege to meet and talk with Baxter in Memphis in January of 2018. I listened to him speak at a conference and his message was powerful and uplifting. He is and was a true Hero. God Bless him and his family. He has fought the fight, He won his fight, now he can rest easy and look down upon all of us and watch his victory continue to move forward.
Johnerson Ueal
September 5, 2019
God sends unsuspecting heroes our way all the time. Sometimes we just don't know who we are looking at. Mr. Baxter Leach you were a hero because you showed us how to stand for right and justice. Your efforts and words are cemented for life. Rest my brother from your labor. From your fellow 1968 Striker Ozell Ueal Sr.
September 5, 2019
Our condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to the family. May the God of tender mercies and all comfort be with you all during this most difficult time.
Gladys Long
September 4, 2019
A very good Godly man that loved his family and mankind as a whole. From your family in Michigan.
September 3, 2019
My heartfelt condolences to the Leach family. Baxter was a pioneer in speaking up for the rights of workers and for that Im forever grateful.
September 3, 2019
As the days and weeks pass,and as you return to life's routine,may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Johnnie Mosley
September 2, 2019
As a son of 1968 Sanitation Worker, I express my condolences to the Leach Family.
I know the Leach Family and I can tell you that this family is strong and love each other. Mr.Leach was a role model and like an uncle to the sons and daughters of 1968 Sanitation Workers.
After my father passed away in 2005, I could call upon Mr. Leach to tell the story of the strike that brought Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr to Memphis at programs I organized in Memphis.I know that my father is welcoming Mr.Leach to Heaven with open arms. Johnnie Mosley
September 2, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the family. We appreciate all the hard work Baxter Leach has done. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort you all during this difficult period.
September 1, 2019
What a brave individual! Our sincere condolences to the Leach Family. May the God of all comfort provide you all the strength to cope with your loss.
L. M.
September 1, 2019
Extending heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort to the family of Baxter Leach. May God soften your grief during this difficult time.
John 11: 24 & 25
August 31, 2019
You did the hard work in Memphis Now take your rest.
Mary Smith
August 31, 2019
I send deepest sympathy to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of comfort give comfort to you during this difficult time.
August 31, 2019
Our condolences are extended as the family and friends of Mr. Leach mourn his passing. He made an impact during his dynamic life and I am certain he will be dearly missed. We pray that you are comforted by your memories together and strengthened by the promise of no sickness in our future.
SHIRLUN JONES
August 31, 2019
R.I.H.
Scott Chamberland
August 30, 2019
Rest in Peace
August 30, 2019
I am sorry for your loss of Baxter and extend heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. His passing gives us an opportunity to reflect on the challenges and advances that have been achieved since 1968. May the memories you cherish comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.
August 30, 2019
My condolences to the family. May the God of All Comfort and the love of family and friends sustain you during this time of grief and sorrow.
Christine Dickson
August 30, 2019
Thank you for being an American hero along with your co-workers. None of you should have had to go through that. But you and your families showed the rest of us, what real American heroes are made of. May your soul rest in peace, as it is surely embraced by God.
August 30, 2019
My condolences to the family. I wish you peace during such sadness.
Hope
August 30, 2019
I remember the signs you carried that said " I AM A MAN." Thank you Sir for standing with so many other men and helped them stand tall. I hope you are now standing in the presence of The Lord. Enjoy your rest. You sure did earn it. And THANK YOU!!
ELDER JOE COLSON, JR AND FAMILY
August 30, 2019
PRAYER ARE WITH YOU'LL!
August 30, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family. May memories comfort you and prayers strengthen you during this time.
August 30, 2019
Deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort grant you peace during your time of sorrow.
Chandra Long
August 30, 2019
Thank You
Loretta
August 30, 2019
To the Leach Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I send my condolences to you and yours.
May the God of all comfort be with you and yours Family in this time of need.
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