Studley, Virginia
LEESON, Henry A., 81, of Richmond, died on Tuesday, January 24, 2012.
He was preceded in death by his father, Walter C. Leeson and mother, Virginia L. Leeson; and his sister, Ruth Burleson. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Betty O. Leeson;
brother, John Leeson;
children, Debbie Strickler and husband, Ken, Chris Leeson and wife, Bena, Carol Ann Forlines and husband, Mark, and Ted Leeson and wife, Tamara; grandchildren, Ryan and wife, Mandi (great-grandchild, Eli), Andrew and Reid Leeson, Josh, Brent and Kelly Strickler, Blair, Blake, Dylan and Dane Forlines, Olivia and Luke Leeson. Henry was a U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Korean War. He retired in 1995 after many years with E.G. Bowles and Interstate Construction. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday January 28 at the West Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 11020 W. Broad St., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. A private service for family will be held after visitation. Friends are invited to a reception, celebrating Henry's life from 4 to 6 p.m. at the home of Carol Ann and Mark Forlines. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to Hermitage High School and/or Mills Godwin High School Athletic associations.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Sending heartfelt thoughts and condoleneces to Chris, Bena' and their
sons, and the Leeson family during this
difficult time. Wishing everyone peace
and strength - David King, Uncle of Bena'
david king
January 27, 2012 | Louisville, KY
My deepest sympathy to Henry's family. I did not know him well but his mother was my Grandmother Alma Loftis's sister.
Thomas Mattocks
January 26, 2012 | Pinebluff, NC
Although my light conversations with Mr. Leeson were mainly limited to Kanawah Football, I will never forget his constant presence and participation at the games. He would be there from sunup until sundown To me the only word to describe that is "LOVE."
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Leeson, Carol Ann, Mark, Blair, Blake,Dillon and Dane.
Eternal Love and Peace,
Cindy Enroughty-Davis, John Davis and Garrett Enroughty
January 26, 2012
I worked with "Hank" at Interstate Construction Corporation for a number of years. I know his passing is a great loss to everyone, especially his family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Mary H. Waters
January 26, 2012
I only had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Leeson once just before a football game at Godwin. What I took away from that meeting was a twinkle and touch of mischief in his eyes. That same twinkle and touch of mischief is in Carol Ann's eyes, therefore his legacy goes on.
Much love to you both. Susan and Lee Richards
susan richards
January 26, 2012 | Aylett, VA
I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Emily Elliott
January 26, 2012 | Mechanicsville, VA
To the family of Henry (HANK) Leeson. Earth have no sorrows that heaven can't heal. Hank was a hard working man that enjoyed his work. That old Koring 405 crane that he operated many years should be placed in the Smithsonian Institute. I often mention how he offered me words of encouragement when I was hired by E G Bowles Co in 1978. We shared a lot in common because he loved hunting and the great outdoors. May God bless and sustain you in the days to come.
Joe Person
January 26, 2012 | Richmond, VA