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LANCE LEAVITT Obituary

Lance R. Leavitt 1972 ~ 2010 Lance R. Leavitt, loving son, brother, uncle, husband, father and friend, passed away on November 25, 2010 while tracking a buck in the mountains he loved in Salt Lake City, Utah.He was born on June 2, 1972 in Salt Lake City to Ronald L. and Patsy Bringhurst Leavitt. He graduated from the University of Utah with his bachelor degree in Economics. He married the love of his life, Casey Pedler, on November 15, 2000. They were proud to celebrate their 10th anniversary last month. He was a member of the LDS Church. He was an outdoorsman in the truest sense of the word. A talented hunter from a young age, he hunted throughout the United States and multiple continents, even working as a professional hunting guide in Africa - an experience he treasured. He frequently hunted alone or with his friends and family, but his favorite hunting partner was his dad. He had already passed his love and knowledge of animals and the outdoors to his young son. They could talk for hours on end about water fowl, trophy mule deer and ballistics. He adored his parents and missed his father tremendously after his passing in 2000. He doted on the women in his life. He shared a special bond with his mother and always made sure she was well cared for. He was the only brother to his three older sisters. Even though he was the youngest sibling, he was constantly ensuring his sisters were healthy and happy. He never uttered one critical word to his wife and made her feel safe, made her laugh until she cried, but most of all he made her feel loved. His love for his darling daughters had no limit. He planned to be cleaning his guns every time they were picked up for a date when he finally allowed them to date when they turned 30. As skilled as Lance was as a hunter, he was an equally talented father. His children were blessed by his patience, time, attention and unconditional love. His powerful, positive influence is evident in their sweet personalities. They are left with no doubt of his love for them. Lance is survived by his wife; son, Hunter Ronald; daughters Hannah Laine and Hennessey Anne; mother; sisters Leslie (Scott) Earl, Laurie (Doug) Lesher, Lisa (Dave) Robbins and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father and grandparents. Funeral services will be Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Olympus 10th Ward, 3640 E. Millstream Lane (3510 S.) Viewings will be Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 S. Highland Dr. and one hour prior on Thursday at the church Condolences may be sent to www.wasatchlawn.com. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to either Ducks Unlimited at 1-800-453-8257 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 1-800-805-5856.

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Published by Deseret News from Dec. 7 to Dec. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for LANCE LEAVITT

59 Entries

Greg and Jamie Bowers

January 5, 2011

To Pat and family,
We were sad to hear of the passing of your dear son and brother,Lance. We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Rely on family, friends, and your Heavenly Father to get you through this tough time. We love you and your family.

At the hospital when Hannah was born.

January 5, 2011

My favorite moments were watching Lance with his kids. His funny sayings, quick mind, and lovely manners show up every time I see them. He left them enormous gifts to use in this life. I'm grateful. Vicki P. (Mother-in-law)

Trace Robbins

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance,
I miss you so much. I wish you were still here so we could play more games like you did with me and Hunter. I wish I could still see you to brighten up my day. I just loved being with you. You were so fun to be around and I just love you so much. I miss you more than ever. Love Trace

Dave Robbins

January 4, 2011

To my brother Lance.
You call me your brother and I felt the same toward you. We were close from the very first day that I met you. I will not forget fishing in the ponds. I don't know how you found such a remote fishing hole. All I remember is we had so much fun. Do you remember catching a ton of fish that day, you and I, and we laughed at your father who refused to use our bait? I also remember the special times after Thanksgiving when we would take the boat up to Flaming Gorge. It was always so cold, but, we had fun catching fish, shooting guns, and watching Elk. Do you remember chasing the ducks from the boat? I will never forget your dad falling to ground when he took a sharp turn. I will miss your company at Halloween. I enjoyed your company as we watched the children Trick or Treat. Lance, you were a model father. I have yet to see a man in my life so patient and loving toward his children. I admired you and desired to emulate you. You are loved my brother. I will miss you.

Dave

Greg Newman

January 4, 2011

Lance--you are, and will continue to be, greatly missed. We love you and your family so much.

Casey--we admire you more than you will ever know. You have a tremendous attitude and outlook on life that is truly inspiring. We love you and feel for your loss. May you know how much you are loved and that we are here to help and support you at any time. We love you.

Jennifer Lesher

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance-I will always miss and love you. You are such a wonderful person, I am blessed to have you in my life. I always left like you knew when I needed a hug or a kiss on top of my head. We will always miss you.

Sarah Newman

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance, I miss you so much. I know that you and Gramps are together and that you are watching over our entire family, and that gives me comfort. I will miss being greeted with a "hi doll" and a kiss on the cheek whenever I saw you. I promise I will tell your three beautiful kids stories about you and how much you loved them. Thank you for the example you were to Greg, and me. I love you "A & F" Love Always,
Sam

Kaeli Robbins

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance,
My uncle was the most amazing person I have ever met. I will miss everything about him: his smile, laugh and love. I will never meet anyone like him again. He was so sweet whenever he saw the girls he would call us "sweetie" and "doll", it was his thing. And I will definetely miss that.
Everytime I think of him I tear up. Like when I was at my friends house and she was playing a song that made me think of him. I could not stop crying for about 10 minutes. The littlest things make me thing of him.
In my locker there is a picture of him which I give a kiss to everyday. In my hair I wear the same color bow that I also wrapped around a note and gave to him, this way I feel a connection to him. In my heart, mind and prayers I see him, love him, and will always keep our memories. Like his chest that looked like he was wearing a sweater in the pool. I always got a crack out of that. Well, we all did.
I will always remember you Uncle Lance. I will always love you. And I can't wait to see you again.
I love you sooo.. much Uncle Lance!
Forever & Always Kaes

Kurt and Amy

January 4, 2011

Pat - we were so sorry to hear about Lance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We were blessed to know Lance and grateful for the shared memories we had.

I'll never forget the times we spent at Lake Powell with Lance and your family. It seems like yesterday we were all sitting around a campfire sharing [mostly true] stories and staying up late and getting up early.

I have fond memories of Ron and Lance and pinewood derby cars. They seemed to know what needed to be done and had fun doing it. I'm sure the two of them are making more plans.

Lance may be on another mission, but his spirit is not far away. We love you Pat and know you're in good hands with your friends and family.

Love and Hugs

Taylor Robbins

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance,
One of the things I miss the most about Uncle Lance is how he called every guy a "stud". I miss the fact that he told me we would go hunting one day; I still want to, and wish that he would be here, if I ever do. I wish he could teach me everything I need to know about the sport. I miss you and love you. Taylor

Tyler Robbins

January 4, 2011

Uncle Lance,
I knew you for such a short time and yet we had such an intense connection--I know one day my Mom will show me all the pictures of you holding and loving me and she will begin the story of who you were and the memories we now treasure. Thanks for loving me here on Earth and now in Heaven.
Love, Little Heart

January 3, 2011

Judy Passey

January 2, 2011

Pat and family,
It is so hard to believe that Lance is no longer with us. I expect to see and hear him when I go to your house. His untimely death is such a loss for you, Casey, Hunter, Hannah and Henny and also everyone that loved him. I would never have guessed as I yelled down the stairs to him saying good by a few days before his death, that would be the last time I would talk to him.

As I sat by you in church today with Laurie and her daughter, I felt the pain of your loss, but also the comfort of the gospel. I know that Lance is with his father. What a great reunion for them. I hope the memories that you have of Lance as a son, a brother, a father, a husband, a friend and a relative to many other people will give you comfort. We will all miss him. I know I have many great memories of him from the time he was little until manhood. As I watched him open the Barbie doll for Hannah the last time I saw him, I thought to myself what a loving father.

I always marveled at your family and the closeness you had with each other. You are all great. I love you and your family so much. Just know that I am always here for you.

Love, Judy

Johnny

December 31, 2010

Hey Uncle Lance, I'm gonna miss you. I'm grateful for the times we spent fishin, huntin, hikin, headbangin, and rootin for the Cowboys. Thanks for all you taught me. I love you.

Jessi & KJ Call

December 31, 2010

Lance, We Love you so much! I think Aunt Lisa said it the best: In our minds are where we see you, in our souls are where we feel you, and in our hearts are where we keep you!

I am so grateful that KJ shares such a special connection to you! When KJ was born, I was sort of bummed out that he was not born in May but I am so glad that heavenly father has the controls because I know he knew how important it was to have you two share a birthday! I am also so honored that you gave him his middle name, we will forever tell him about you and how he got his name!

I feel so blessed to have known you, even if it was only for 5 years, you are a wonderful uncle and I will always hold those memories of ice fishing close to my heart! Thank you for all the memories, they will be cherished! Again, We love you and we miss you "A & F"!!

Leslie Leavitt Earl

December 31, 2010

Lance was a wonderful son, perfect brother, fun uncle, loving husband, incredible daddy and great friend. His beautiful smile, "Hi doll" greetings with a kiss and laughter will be missed. He had such a great love for life. His love for family and friends was truly unconditional. I feel he is watching over Casey, Hunter, Hannah, Hennessey and Mom. Knowing he is with Daddy is comforting. I love you with all my heart little brother.

Pat Leavitt

December 19, 2010

One minute everything is beautiful, life is great-the next minute it seems over. I know it will feel like this for years to come. But, I also know Lance is with his father; this is certainly comforting for me. But, for Casey, Hunter, Hannah and Hennessey, the hurt is so extreme. When a man has loved unconditional, was totally unselfish, and the best father and husband most of us have ever known-well, this man, Lance, will truly be missed. We are put on this earth to replenish it, make it better and happier; than secure it for our children. Lance certainly has accomplished these goals--he reached his full potiential! It is obvious by simply looking into the faces of his beautiful children and witnessing the support our family received the last few weeks. I want to thank Greg Ballard our funeral guide (what a neat man) and everyone who gave of their precious time to look for my son. You wonderful people gave us such warm comfort. I love you all---Lance's mother

December 17, 2010

One minute everything is beautiful-life is great-the next minute it seems over. I know it will feel like this for years to come. But, I know Lance is with his father and this certainly is comforting for me. However, for Casey, Hunter, Hannah, and Hennessey, their hurt is so extreme. When a man has loved unconditional, has been totally unselfish, and has been the best father and husband most of us have ever seen--than, this man, Lance, will be truly missed. We are put here on this earth to replenish it, and make it a better, happier place for our children. Well, Lance has certainly done that. Lance reached his potential--all one has to do is look into the faces of his three beautiful children, and witness the tremendous amount of support received on his behalf the past three weeks. I want to thank Greg Ballard, our funeral director (what a neat man) and everyone who gave of their precious time to search for my son. To all of you wonderful people who gave us such comfort, and there are so many of you--I love you all--

Nathan Massie

December 12, 2010

We're so sorry and saddened and we want to offer our most sincere condolences to you and your family.

The Massie family

Lisa Leavitt-Robbins

December 11, 2010

The world is a lonelier place without my brother Lance in it. He accomplished more in his 38 years than most people do in a lifetime. He will be missed so much, as evident at the funeral services and the cards, notes, flowers, and dinners our family has received. His children are his legacy and they will no doubt be amazing. I love you-may your memory be eternal-

December 10, 2010

Casey,
We are sending you all our love and light. Our deepest condolences go out to you, your children, your family, and Lance's family. You are strong and deserve peace. Remember that Lance is with you still, connect with him and know that he will assist you and your children through your times of sadness. May peace, love, and healing be with you.
Love,
Randy and Nici Gates

Justin Kalm

December 9, 2010

This was shocking and very sad news. It was just a few days before Lance's death that I saw him looking luminous in a video recording of my 8th birthday party. I still remember him as the cool kid with the Death Star play set. How can it be that he is gone?

My most heartfelt condolences go out to his family.

December 9, 2010

Dear Pat and Family. Just want you all to know that our love and prayers are with you at this time and always. We've lost 2 children so can feel your pain. Remember, these children and our loved ones are only on loan to us. We are so blessed to have them as long as we do. What a blessing he was to you. Always remember the good memories and hold them close and talk of him often. We love you, Murray & Karen Wright

Kathy Jensen

December 9, 2010

My heart goes out to all the family with the loss of this wonderful father, husband, son, son-in-law and brother. I pray for peace to be with you all as you deal with his loss in the days ahead.

Marjo Burdette

December 9, 2010

Dear Casey,
What a beautiful biography of Lance! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Richard Hirschi

December 9, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Marika Perryman

December 9, 2010

Dear Pat and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Lance. May the strengh of family, friends, neighbors and love ones carry you through the hard times.
Marika LeSieur Perryman, Orlando Florida

Craig Lesher

December 8, 2010

Dear Doug, Laurie, Pat,
My heart goes out to all of you, Casey the kids and everyone who cared about Lance.
If i was there i would be proud to stand up and tell folks of the little boy i can recall as though it was yesterday. As well as the man i hunted and camped with in southern utah. I saw his true character early on and later too and glad i did.

Lance was loved, Lance is missed,
I am very thankful to have known, Lance.

December 8, 2010

Casey and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. I hope that you can find peace at this time and want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Kip Williams (Sandy, UT)

Carolyn Kleinman

December 8, 2010

To sweet Pat and her children
I have walked the same path your just embarking on.Some twenty years ago my son Larry was taken from his family.The only way I live with his early death is to remember what we are taught from birth. God sent us here to complete a mission.Larry and Lance finished before we wanted them to but how blessed we are to have lived in their presence for as long as we did because they are truly special spirits. God takes the greatest and best first There is a lot of teaching to do and so our place in Heaven will be prepared properly.
Love You all so much Carolyn Kleinman

December 8, 2010

Casey there are no words that we can give to express our feelings for your loss. Our heart goes out to you and your children. Please know your in our thoughts.
Love,
Matt and Melissa Child

December 8, 2010

Dear Casey,

This expression is to commend you for your grace and strength during this very difficult time. Those right there with you have let me know how you have managed so much. Also, the children have been lauded as strong, good, and wonderful. Blessings to all of you. I am sorry I can't be with you on Thursday. Distance and certainly unfavorable traveling conditions preclude me making the trip. I hope to see all of you another time, and until then, may prayers be answered for you continued ability to move forward, keep Lance close in your heart, and be a continued blessing to your children and them to you.

Love, Aunt Lynne

December 8, 2010

Dear Pat & family,
It doesn't seem possible that your Lance is gone. I know how much you loved him. At least he is with Ron again.

God bless and keep you,

Russ (Rusty) Bringhurst
Cottonwood Heights (via Toquerville) Utah

Craig Falkenrath

December 8, 2010

Deepest sympahy to your family.

Kameron Kieffer

December 8, 2010

Casey, my deepest sympathies for you and your family. Please know of our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you and your family strength, comfort, and peace. The Kieffer Family

The Nelsons

December 7, 2010

Dear Casey, Vicki, Jim and Courtney,

We are just heartbroken to learn about Lance. We can tell from the many beautiful and fun pictures how much you all loved each other. May you find strength to get through this as you hold and look at those precious children. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Mitzi, Courtland & Megan

Mandie Alvey

December 7, 2010

Great Aunt Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. He will truely be missed. I feel for his family and his kids. Our prayers go out to you in this time of need. Love you and take care. The Alvey's

todd (gonzo) jackson

December 7, 2010

Me and Lance was party buds from way back. I cant beleive he wont be there to partake anymore. I miss him all ready and I know he's at the big party in the sky waiting for the rest of us all to join him.

Melanie Vance Beaver

December 7, 2010

Casey and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.

Laurie Lesher

December 7, 2010

Our sweet brother. You know how much we love you. We promise to watch over Casey, Hunter, Hannah, little Henny and mom. Love you forever and ever! You are our Best! xoxox Doug and Laurie

janis coleman-johnson

December 7, 2010

Leslie,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. My prayers are with you at this time for you and your family. I lost my brother 15 year ago and am so thankful for the eternal plan and knowing that we will be joined with them again some day, and that they are with other loved ones that have passed before them. For this, I have been able to find some peace.

Nancy Wightman

December 7, 2010

I'm so very sorry about the passing of your sweet Lance. My prayers continue for you. Love you. Nancy (Brimhall)Wightman

December 7, 2010

Casey, Vick and Jim. My thoughts are with you. There is no words to explain how we feel when someone dies. It is something that with time gets a little better. Love you guys, Vicki Roberts

Tauna Leavitt Lyzenga

December 7, 2010

Dear Family.. No words can express our tender feelings and love for each one of you at dear Lance's passing [my sweet nephew]. We are each so saddened at this time, but so greatful and priviledged that we all knew and loved him with all our hearts. We are greatful for the gospel plan and knowing what a wonderful reunion Lance and his father, my dear brother Ron, and with both Ron & Pats parents, Lance's grandparents, are having. We miss him and he will always be in our thoughts. With all the Love we can send to each of you... our prayers are with all of you. Bill & Tauna Leavitt Lyzenga and kids......

Marlowe Burkman Wolferstan

December 7, 2010

Casey and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. I know you have many family members and friends that are there for you. I hope their love and care can ease some of the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Katie Evans

December 7, 2010

Dear Casey, Hunter, Hannah, & Hennessey,
I'm having trouble coming up with the words to try and help you through this very hard and very sad time in all of your lives. I am truely sorry and so very saddened for your loss of Lance/your Daddy. Keep the wonderful memories as close as you can and think of them as often as you can. You will be in my prayers...

Dearest Aunt Pat & all your family,
I know you're not my real Aunt but I have always called you Aunt Pat and I sure love you just as much as my own. I met you through Laura and if you can believe it, that was over twenty years ago. You, Uncle Ron(God bless him), and all of your family have always treated me as one of your own and I so wish I could take some of this pain from each of you right now. You are all in my thoughts and prayers...

Dear Nevens family,
You too are in my every thought and prayer. I've never met a family with more love or more caring for others in my life. Laura, you taught me how to say I love you, actually out loud, to the ones you love... And now my heart is with you and your family. I love you all and wish you peace with all of the wonderful memories you shared with Lance...

And to Lance,
I know you are with your Dad now and by knowing this it will bring a little bit of comfort to all your loved ones here on earth. I also know that the both of you will watch over this wonderful family and keep them safe. You will be missed by all...

David Warren

December 7, 2010

I met Lance through our common love of hunting. My thoughts and prayers are with his entire family. Lance and I shared several happy hunting trips, he was always joking and making everyone laugh. He will be missed by all but, we will see him again.

Dick Frampton

December 7, 2010

Dear Pat,
I'm so sorry to read of Lance's death. May the loving memories of your family carry you through these difficult times. What a fine man Lance is, just like his dad Ron. Hold on to your knowledge that your family is bound to you and the great mother you are. Love to you and your family.

Anna McCormick-Bullock

December 7, 2010

Casey- I was so sad to hear about your husband. May you and your sweet children be blessed with strength and peace.

Brad & Char Smith

December 7, 2010

Dear Sweet Aunt Pat,
We are so sorry and deeply saddened about this news. We love you and will keep you in our prayers.

Kathryn Glenn

December 7, 2010

When I pass on, I fully expect to be greeted by Uncle Lance with a hug, kiss on the cheek, and a "hi doll". That is how he said hello so many times before. I love you Uncle Lance and I look forward to seeing you again.

Lance and Hannah

Courtney Pedler

December 7, 2010

Dear Leavitts,

We have been thinking about you every minute of the day. No one could ever say that Lance wasn't well-loved, and a remarkable and tender father to his exceptional children. Through them, he has certainly increased the amount of love in our world exponentially.

Om Shanti (a prayer for peace)

Love, Courtney and Joe

LeeR and Karen Lambert

December 7, 2010

Dear Pat and family, we were so saddened to hear of Lance's untimely passing. We're sure Lance and Ron are having a great reunion. May you be blessed with a sure knowledge of the plan of happiness and the peace and love of family and the Lord. All our love, LeeR and Karen Lambert and Ruth Strong

Lynne Walters

December 7, 2010

Pat and Family, I was so very sorry to hear about Lance - such a tragic loss for your family. You have my deepest sympathy.

Allie Diamond

December 7, 2010

Casey and Family,
The Diamond family wishes to extend our deepest condolences to all of you. It is our hope that you find peace in this difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Courtney knows how to get a hold of us.

Dianna McGrath

December 7, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Britt McGrath-Graham

December 7, 2010

To all of his Family, Bruzins, and especialy his wife and kids...I am so saddended about Lance. What a great guy! We had so many awesome years with him and we know why he will be missed. Do know that with time your hearts won't hurt so bad, and know that there are so many of us that our praying for all of you in this horribly difficult time.

Lance, we love and miss you so much...may there be even more exciting things to hunt in Heaven!

Britt & Shawn Graham

todd andrizzi

December 7, 2010

I don't know Lance and as far as I know, have never met him. After reading his obituary, I wish that I had met him. Thanks for printing a little about his character and life. It made me rethink my life as a father and husband and gave me a strong desire to do better. Thank you very much. My prayers are with you all.

Todd Andrizzi

Jarred Nevens

December 7, 2010

What can I say, there was nobody quite like Lance. He's was the best bruzzin one could ask for. We were best buds, along with our co-bruzzins, Jeremy and Adam, from the moment we could crawl. He had too many incredible characteristics and talents to list. His loyalty stands out the most to me though. If he loved you, you knew it. I miss him so much and can't believe he's gone. I love you, cousin!

And to those that he loved most, and you know who you are, I'm so sorry. Please allow the awesome memories to comfort you. He loved you more than anybody could have loved anyone.

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