1915 - 2007
Liddia Leming passed away Dec. 4, 2007. She was born May 21, 1915, in Alberta, Canada, to Henry and Katherine (Kleinhans) Lehmann. The family moved to Germany and later to the United States and settled in the Seattle area. Liddia became a citizen of the United States in 1942. After marrying Charles Leming in 1946, they settled in Billings in 1947.
She was an accomplished bowler and won many awards. Her favorite activities were camping and playing pinochle with friends.
Liddia is survived by her husband, Charles; sons, Eugene Fischer of Helena, Lerry Leming of Hollywood, Fla.; brother, Howard Baldridge of Renton, Wash.; six granddaughters and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cynthia McVay; a sister, Ena; and brothers, Bill and Hank.
Cremation has taken place and services will be performed at a later date by the family.
This obituary was originally published in the Billings Gazette.
I met Grandma when she visited Charla in Virginia Beach. I fell in love with her and instantly adopted her as my own grandmother. She was a wonderful woman and had such a big heart! I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Christine & Jeremy Young
January 14, 2008 | Conneaut, OH
My love for 61 years,5 months, 2 days.
Charles Leming
December 21, 2007 | Billings, MT
Always laughing, joking, making friends and spreading her love and joy of life to everyone she met; this is how I remember my Grandma, Liddia Leming. She will be greatly missed, yet loved and remembered forever!
Jamey Bobillo
December 12, 2007 | Northglenn, CO
When I met Liddia at Charla and Charley's wedding I was most struck by her subtle knowing glances and her no-nonsense style - what an extraordinary woman! I know her legacy will survive generations in this very special family.
Christie Hubbard
December 10, 2007 | Berkeley, CA
Liddia Leming was my great grandmother. i loved her with all my heart. It was a very heartbreaking day for me when i found out, but i know she is watching over me and all that love her from above!!
July Bobillo
December 10, 2007 | Thornton, CO
What a wonderful life Liddia lived! She was such a blessing to everyone who knew her. I only had the opportunity to meet her twice but she still touched my life with her wonderful sence of humor and shinning personality. Charla would not be the person she is today if it wasn't for the love and teaching of her wonderful grandmother. Liddia will be missed!
Erica Exline
December 09, 2007 | Alexandria, VA
I am truly sorry for your loss. Liddia was one of my favorite customers at the bank. We would always joke and give Charles a bad time. She was an awesome woman. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Becky Marquez
December 08, 2007 | Billings, MT
I'm so sorry for the loss of this wonderful spirit. I have many fond memories of "Charla's grandma" from growing up. From Grandparents' Day in kindergarten to Charla's wedding, she was always impeccably dressed and so much fun to be around. She could have as much fun as any child. I am thinking of you as you grieve her loss and treasure the many wonderful memories.
Kathy Pfaffinger
December 07, 2007 | Billings, MT
Charla & Charley's Anniversary, August 2006
Grandma was my heart and soul. She taught me everything from manners & etiquette to cooking & cleaning. Her passing leaves a deep void in my life, and she will be greatly missed. This photo was one of the last taken with my sister, husband & Grandparents all together. It was taken on our anniversary in August 2006.
In the photo are:
Jamey Bobillo, Granddaughter
Grandpa & Grandma (Liddia Leming)
Charla Owens (McVay) & my husband Charles Owens,
our daughter McKenzie (great...
Charla J Owens
December 07, 2007 | Woodbridge, VA
