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1947
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2016
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James Leighton Obituary
Dan is survived by his devoted wife of 19 years, Bea Leighton. Dan is also survived by his sister Dorothy Simmons of Covington, VA; and his children: Samantha Hanner, and husband, Paul, of Cape Girardeu, Missouri; James "JD" Leighton, Jr. of Milton, Florida; Renee Oakley of Raleigh, NC and John Lewis Leighton stationed at the Norfolk Naval Base, VA. Dan is also survived by his stepchildren: Chris Stanley, and wife, Rachell, of Stafford, VA; Tammy Deuterman, and husband, Tim, of Stafford, VA; John Stanley, and wife, Kandi, of Mooresville, NC; and 13 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Dan is preceded in death by his parents, John and Carlena Leighton, his brothers John "Whimpy" Leighton and Ernest "Ernie" Leighton and his stepdaughter, Sondra Stanley.
Dan was born in Covington, VA, which became a cherished and frequently visited vacation destination. After moving from the Dumfries area in 1997, Dan and Bea have resided in Stafford, VA, where they enjoyed hosting family & friends at their new home with cookouts and pool parties. Dan loved fishing, cruising with his wife, and travel. Dan was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 1503 and often reflected on his tours of active duty especially his time in Germany.Viewing is to be held at the Mullins & Thompson Funeral Home at 186 Shelton Shop Rd, Stafford VA on Wednesday, December 28th, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00pm. And the funeral service to be held in the Mullins Chapel at 10:30am on Thursday, December 29, 2016.With interment at Quantico National Cemetery at 12:00pm. Immediately following the service the family will receive relatives and friends for a celebration of life to be held at the VFW Post 1503.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to the VFW Post 1503, 14631 Minnieville Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22193.
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November 2, 2017
You were always someone special
November 2, 2017
Rest in peace my dear friend.
Joan Ball
February 2, 2017
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.
January 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss,Dan will sure be missed,prayers to the family,r.i.p my friend Donna L Coleman.
January 7, 2017
Mrs. Leighton and family, I was so sad to hear of Danny's passing. We had not been in touch since he left here to join the army but I have many fond memories of him in school! Prayers for peace and healing in your loss.
Linda Faudree Fox
January 7, 2017
Mrs. Leighton and family, I was so sad to hear of Danny's passing. We had not been in touch since he left here to join the army but I have many fond memories of him in school! Prayers for peace and healing in your loss.
December 29, 2016
Sorry to hear of Danny's passing,our condolences to Family.Danny and his Brother's and Sisters were my first cousins and we shared many get together,birthdays,picnics at granmaw Lee house in the holler just lots of fun times talked with him a couple years ago always good seeing him.Gene & Vicki Lee. Covington Va.
Debbie Beach
December 28, 2016
Mrs. Leighton and family, I was saddened to hear of Dan's sudden passing. I had the pleasure of working with Dan for several years at Tetra Tech EMC. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Nydia Alcazar
December 28, 2016
Mrs. Leighton and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I used to work with Dan at EMC in Arlington, he was my boss. I am so sorry of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
John Hillis
December 28, 2016
Mrs. Leighton and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dan's sudden passing. Although we had not been in touch during last few years, I recall fondly and with pride how great it was to work with Dan at Tetra Tech EMC in Arlington. He made all our lives better with his good nature and calm competence every day.
Mike and Ann Boyd
December 27, 2016
Bea and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Dan was a special friend. He will be missed by many.
Karen and Walt Cardran
December 26, 2016
Bea and family. We are so sorry to learn of Dan's passing. We so enjoyed our times together although we have lost touch over the years. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
December 24, 2016
I am very sorry to hear about Danny's passing. He, Mike Boyd and I were high school running buddies and we're aLways together until we graduated and left for the military. We lost touch over the yrs but talked some in the past few yrs. Best time of my life was with Him and Mike. We will miss u buddy. Mike(Mickey) Campbell
WAYNE AND LINDA HUFFMAN JONES
December 22, 2016
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DANNY WAS A SPECIAL PERSON. VICKIE AND I ARE VERY GOOD FRIENDS AND ALSO DOT. VICKIE CALLED ME YOU AND THE KIDS ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Anneliese Sargent
December 22, 2016
Bea and family, we are so sorry for your loss!
Anneliese and Pete
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