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Leigh Ann Harper

1960 - 2023

Leigh Ann Harper obituary, 1960-2023, Palmdale, CA

BORN

1960

DIED

2023

Leigh Harper Obituary

Leigh Ann Harper Leigh Ann Harper (Dirrim) age 63, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023 surrounded by her extended family. She was born on January 17, 1960 to parents Howard and Peggy Dirrim of Palmdale CA. She is survived by daughters Alicia Harper and Andrea Lynn Downes, Sister Frankie Sue Clark (Allen), brother Kevin Dirrim (Bobbie) and brother Kenneth Dirrim (Lisa), along with numerous nieces and nephews. Loving thoughts to her extended family: Elaine DiMeglio, Megan Salzman, Patricia Garver, Ashley Salzman. Gary Salzman Sr, Gary Salzman Jr and their families. Leigh was a caregiver and enjoyed people. She was a member of the Methodist Church. Leigh had taken up painting in her recent years. She loved caring for the less fortunate, preparing meals and befriending the lonely. As per her family's request, no service or memorial was held. In Leigh's honor, plant a tree or a donation to a favorite charity is requested.

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Published by The Antelope Valley Press on Jan. 24, 2024.

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