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BORN
1916
DIED
2004
Inez Webb Obituary
To Honor the Memory of
INEZ WEBB
Mrs. Inez Webb, age 88, mother of Mrs. Donna Leahey, of Madison, passed away on Monday, September 6, 2004, at Weston’s RCF in New Washington, Indiana.
Born May 7, 1916, in Wise County, Virginia, she was the daughter of Frank & Della (Mullins) Killen, both of whom preceded her in death. She spent her early years in Jenkins, Kentucky before moving to London, Kentucky, where she attended the First Baptist Church. Mrs. Webb was a homemaker all of her life, devoting herself to her family which always referred to her as “Mother”. Since 1999, Mrs. Webb had lived in care facilities in the Madison area.
SURVIVORS
Mrs. Webb will be missed by her daughters & sons-in-law, Donna & Dr. J. Patrick Leahey, of Madison, IN and Linda “Winkie” & Bill Back, of Lexington, KY; her son & daughter-in-law, Larry & Donna Webb, of Buena Vista, CO; her special caregivers, Jim & Linda Weston, of New Washington, IN; eight grandchildren, Kelly Leahey, of Madison, IN; Jamey Leahey & his wife, Beth, of Danville, KY; Tiffany Helton & her husband, Jerry, of Nicholasville, KY; David Back, of Lexington, KY; Ronna Underwood & her husband, Dave, Randall Edgett & his wife, Bonnie, Renae Quigley and Richard Edgett & his wife, Cindy, all of Colorado; 10 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Christine Mullins, of Jenkins, KY.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Webb was preceded in death by her husband, Drexel Webb, on April 11, 1999; four sisters and two brothers.
GRAVESIDE CEREMONY
Mrs. Webb will be remembered in a graveside funeral ceremony conducted by Rev. Chris Roseland at 2:00 PM EDT on Thursday, September 9, 2004, at the Hillcrest Memorial Park, 2089 Versailles Road, Lexington, Kentucky.
PALLBEARERS
Mrs. Webb will be conveyed to her final place of rest by pallbearers Pat Leahey, Bill Back, Jamey Leahey, David Back, Jerry Helton and Jeremy Helton.
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY
Expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to the hospice organization of the donor’s choice or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, PO Box 4777, New York, NY, 10163. Cards are available at the funeral home.
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David Back
September 2, 2020
Mrs. Webb was my grandmother. She was always so kind to me. We played games, laughed at tv shows, and ate great meals together. I miss her. We were close. She was an inspiration to me and I'll never forget her.
David Back
September 12, 2004
When I think of Mamma, I think of:
-Home cooked, more than you can eat breakfasts of fried eggs, sausage and bacon, biscuits and gravy and/or jelly; being offered more and accepting.
-watching television comedy shows with her in her bedroom and laughing together.
-playing games: Scrabble, Concentration, Chutes and Ladders.
-feeling accepted and loved for just being you.
-Thanksgiving and Christmas in London; lots of good food and good times.
-going out to eat at Rax and Arby's.
-her being a part of myself today--where there is a place of guidance, comfort, acceptance, and love.
David Back
Linda Back
September 12, 2004
I would like to share my mother with you. Mother was a very small and ladylike woman who would readily correct us if we used poor grammer. She was ready to bake a cake for me to take to school with only a few hours notice, which she did, when I volunteered her services. Many times I remember ladies in the neighborhood coming by for Mother to give them a hair cut. She took me shopping and many times would look at the price tag and say, "I can make that for a lot less" and she did. She made my formal for prom my senior year in high school and I can still remember how proud I was to wear it. She was an excellent seamstress. She taught me to Charleston and I can still see her dancing. You may not know that she could also yodel and play the guitar a little. How many mothers can do that! Many times she drove my friends and me to band camps, contests and performances. Mother loved hot dogs and cherry sundaes from the Dairy Mart in Jenkins. Whenever I had to go to the dentist, and afterward she would take me to the Drugstore for a vanilla milkshake. When I came home from school each day as I entered the front door I would yell "Mother, I'm home" and she was always there. She always dressed up to go to town whether it was to get a loaf of bread or to go to the library, whatever, she wanted to look her best. I can remember how fresh she always smelled. She used Avon Rich Moisture cream on her face for as long as I can remember and as those who knew her can attest, she had beautiful skin (this is not an endorsement :)). She prepared wonderful meals and unless we had a school function we ate dinner together every night. A hot breakfast always awaited us and many times with fresh squeezed orange juice. She made Daddy's lunch for him every evening for work the next day. She took art classes at the local library in her later years. She took an adult ed typing class which my sister, Donna, taught. She took it with her best friend, Helen, and they loved to talk during class. Mother enjoyed visiting with her mother and four sisters. They would all talk at once but always seemed to know what the other had said. Mother was a devoted mother and grandmother and an interesting woman. We loved her very much and will miss her but we know that she is at peace with Daddy in heaven and I am forever grateful for God's grace.
Winkie/Linda (Daughter)
Laura (Dowell) Cooper
September 11, 2004
While growing up with Kelley and Jamey I heard so many stories of dear Mamma. Each story always made us smile or laugh, especially Kelley. I'm sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person!
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Kelley Leahey
September 9, 2004
As I sit here looking at a picture of Mamma and me I am reminded of so many wonderful times with her and Pappa. The one thing that I always knew is that Mamma loved being around her family. Whether she was sneaking me a piece of chewing gum after Mom had said No or sitting in her room talking to me about the boy I liked or telling me stories about when she was younger, she always made me feel like she would rather be right there with me at that moment than anywhere else. As far as her grandchildren were concerned, in her eyes we were the best, most talented, fastest, smartest, funniest, or best-looking person for whatever thing we were doing. She knew how to make you feel special and loved. I sure do miss her and Pappa.
Tiffany Helton
September 9, 2004
Although I have a heavy heart today, my memories of Mamma bring me joy and comfort. She was so very special to me. Her love and patience showed in many ways. Growing up, I shared laughter and tears with her. She used to laugh at the jokes I would read to her from Reader's Digest. I don't know if she actually thought they were funny or she was just humoring me, but in the best grandma fashion, she would always laugh heartily. We would share many laughs until we sometimes cried! She took me shopping alot when I was little and we would go out and eat chili dogs for lunch. I took her to see Forrest Gump at her new theater in town. She told me it was one of the best times she ever had. She made the best vegetable soup, and I use her pot to make the same recipe for family and friends. I remember painting my little table and chairs with her when I was very little. I took lots of walks with her. I watched Porter Wagoner and Dolly with her a long time ago. I will miss her deeply, but she is with Pappa in heaven and that gives me joy. She always made me laugh and I never had a bad time with her. I believe her legacy as the best grandmother a child could have is carried through to Mom, who is such a wonderful "Nana" to my little boy, Jeremy. I believe that they are making their own special memories in the spirit of Mamma. I see their joy with each other just as I have experienced. I feel so blessed to have known and loved Mamma.
AMIE TAYLOR-HIGGINBOTHAM
September 8, 2004
I was sadden to learn of Mrs.Webbs death. She was my neighbor during my childhood and I have many fond memories of both she and her late husband Drexel.My sympathies to her family. I have missed her since she moved away from London,Ky.
Edna Sue Breeding
September 8, 2004
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Inez's passing. I remember many times that I went with my father and mother (her sister Faye) to Inez and Drexel's house, first at Jenkins and later at London. To me Inez epitomized the Southern lady. She had that grace and politeness that was front and center for guests. Many times I tried to duplicate the classy moderation in her voice as she hesitated frequently, as though choosing each word especially for her listener. (Of course I could never quite carry it off.) In later years Eddie and I would swing through London if we were going anywhere in that direction, and she and Drexel were always glad to see us. Drexel always wanted to hear the latest news from Consolidated Coal Company, and Inez and I got caught up on family news. We certainly miss them. All my love goes out to the family.
Ruby and Chuck Faris
September 8, 2004
To The Family Of Inez Webb...
Dear Mrs. Leahey, Dr. Leahey & Family,
We are so sorry about the loss of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother.
We extend our sincerest sympathy.
Jim & Vicki Chandler
September 8, 2004
Because Dad was in the Army and took us and Inez' sister Sue Carol to many places, I never got the chance to know Inez as well as I wanted. My thoughts and prayers are with my cousins and their families - my sadness lies more in not being as close with all of you as I would like.
Carmolyn and Gary Back
September 8, 2004
I remember so well her quiet laugh and the sparkle in her eyes. Our sincere sympathy to all of you.
Patty (Mullins) Meade
September 8, 2004
I remember Inez from my childhood. She was my Father's first cousin and we visited the Webb's many times when they lived in Jenkins and we lived in Pound, Va. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Jamey Leahey
September 8, 2004
Inez Webb, known as Mamma to me and her other grandchildren, was a delightful, humorous woman, beloved to all who knew her. I remember especially spending holidays with her and Pappa, enjoying her lovingly good cooking, and talking with her about her childhood. I also recall that, when I was a young doodler, she was the one who introduced to me several new techniques for drawing and illustrating, such as conveying motion and sound, that she had developed in her own artwork. She was woman of small stature (I had come to refer to her to as "Little Mamma" to my children to help distinguish her from their other grandmothers), but she was large in spirit and love. I don't blame God for calling her finally to join him in his Kingdom.
I hope you had a chance to know her, too. Your life would have been blessed.
Amanda Beals-Barnhart
September 8, 2004
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mrs. Webb. It is such a blessing to have had a Mother that loved and supported her family such as Mrs. Webb did. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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