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Jeffrey LeDuc Obituary
Born on February 23, 1954, in Lapeer, Michigan, he was the son of the late Betty Jane and William James LeDuc. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Jim.
Jeff was the Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville. He graduated from the University of Michigan with an undergraduate degree in organ performance and a Masters Degree in Sacred Music. He had served as the Interim Music Director and Conductor, Jubilate, University of Virginia and University Baptist Church in Charlottesville; the Director of Music Ministries, First Presbyterian Church, Concord, North Carolina and the Minister of Music, First Presbyterian Church in Plano, Texas.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia, a son, Patrick, and a daughter, Grace, all of Charlottesville; and a brother, John, of Ann Arbor, Michigan.
A memorial service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, January 10, 2008, at First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902 with Dr. Todd Hobbie of First Presbyterian Church in Concord, North Carolina, and Dr. Charles N. Pickell, Parish Associate, First Presbyterian Church, Charlottesville, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the First Sanctuary Choir Endowment Fund at the First Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey LeDuc
Julie Benner
January 15, 2008
Dear Trish,
I am so sorry for you and your family.
Take care,
Julie Benner
Dr. Greg Whitmer & Staff
January 10, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. We have you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Glenda & Rob Steel & family
January 10, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick & Grace -
We're so sorry that we couldn't be there today with the Concord contingent. Jeff touched our lives in so many ways. We remember of course how he stretched our choir and took us to a new level of musicianship. And, thanks to him, the annual free concerts were amazing (e.g. Chanticleer). But we also remember how he was the first from the church to come by when we miscarried and when Matt was in the hospital. We had babies together, made beautiful music together and had wonderful choir parties together. We're grateful that you were blessed with the extra years together following his 1st attack.
From his favorite song, Clausen's "Set Me As a Seal", we know that "Love is strong as death".
We will always love him,
The Pence Family
January 9, 2008
LeDuc Family,
We are so saddened by your husband and father's passing. Jeff was an extremely kind and gifted individual. He was an inspiration to our family; always willing to talk, smile and make newcomers feel welcome. We will miss visiting with him at the County XC meets and his gift of music in the church.
Elizabeth Hulse Ludwig
January 9, 2008
It has been my privilege to sing in the church choir under Jeff's direction on only one Sunday each year, when visiting my parents at Thanksgiving. He was blessed with exceptional talent, and even more than that he was a kind, humble, and gracious man. He always welcomed me with open arms and a cheerful smile, and though I will miss him I find solace in the thought that he has been received by God in the same way.
May all who mourn this tremendous loss find comfort in knowing Jeff rests in the arms of our loving Savior.
~ Liz ~
jean weeks
January 9, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Emily Hauenstein
January 9, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick and Grace,
Steve and I are so sorry about your loss. Jeff was a wonderful, dear man and I can only imagine how difficult it is for all of you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Brad Hamilton
January 9, 2008
You always remember those people who make you feel welcome when joining a new church. When we joined 1st Pres over 5 years ago, Jeff was that person. He welcomed Jennifer in to the Sanctuary Choir and we felt at home. Friends like Jeff don't come along very often. His smile welcomed you. His conversation made you laugh. His friendship made you feel important. His music made you feel closer to God. We will miss him as our musical connection to our Lord, but mostly we will miss him as our friend.
With much love-
Brad, Jennifer, Emma, and Olivia Hamilton
Paige Keefer
January 9, 2008
To the LeDuc family,
My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was the organist for our wedding in august of 2005. he did such a beautiful job and he will be missed part of the Charlottesville community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sal Corrente
January 9, 2008
A loss like this can never be replaced. You can only remember with a smile.
Ed, Connie, Brian, & Sarah Bixler
January 8, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick, and Grace,
We were saddened to hear about Jeff. We have fond memories of Jeff and all of you here in Concord. Jeff was an inspiration to us all, as Sarah says she will never forget what Jeff taught her in the children’s musicals at Church. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you three in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ed, Connie, Brian, and Sarah Bixler
Rick and Lynn Rorie
January 8, 2008
Jeff played organ and harpsichord when we married in Memorial Chapel of First Presbyterian Church-Concord, NC.in July, 1989. He was Minister of Music at First Presbyterian Church in Concord then. We have always been impressed at his musical talents and abilities. Sincere sympathy and prayers to Trish, Patrick and Grace, as well as his other family and friends, at this most difficult time for all.
Larry Jepson
January 8, 2008
How much we will miss you Jeff. In the short six years we've known you we have found you to be a man of spirituality and with a deep sense of giving. We have seen you to be an extremely talented individual. And we have come to know that you were a loving husband and father. You have given so much of yourself to others. Your absence from our daily lives will be a certain void. Knowing you are with our loving heavenly Father brings comfort to us here on earth and you may rest easy in the sure knowledge that your friends here will do all in their power to comfort and care for your beloved wife and childen. You gave of yourself freely and eagerly while on this earth - now rest in peace. With great affection, Carol and Larry
Melody & Philip Day
January 8, 2008
To Jeff's Beloved Family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I met Jeff only once last year, but he had nothing but kind and encouraging words to say to me. I am so glad I had the opportunity to speak with him that time.
We will pray Proverbs 3:5 & 6 and John 14:27 for you.
Philip Jowdy
January 8, 2008
Dear LeDuc Family: Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. My mom sings in Jeff's choir and I was fortunate enough to spend a couple of weeks as his roommate in Scotland. I consider my life much fuller for the experience. You are all in my prayers.
Judy Gough
January 8, 2008
Trish, Patrick and Grace,
Robby and I were so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. We met while he was the interim conductor of Jubilate when you first moved to Charlottesville. He was so committed to the group then and was until his passing. He asked about Jubilate frequently when we met and was always interested in the ongoing news. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kristen Barner
January 8, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick and Grace,
Jeff was so very much in love with you three. He beamed at the mention of your names. It was beautiful. He was beautiful. You are beautiful. We love you and weep with you. Kristen and David
Nancy Price
January 8, 2008
It was with great sadness that I learned of Jeff's passing on Sunday. My husband and I were lucky enough to be a part of his First Presbyterian Church choir in Concord, NC, for many years, and I also sang in the Cabarrus Women's Chorale, that Jeff founded, for seven or so years.
Singing with Jeff was an honor. Both groups were so fortunate to have had Jeff as their director. He had a tremendous talent, both on the organ and as a director, and a great passion for beautiful music.
Unlike many choirs who sing "the usual" group of hymns and "choir" songs, we were constantly rehearsing and performing the great works of the Masters, often accompanied by the Charlotte Symphony. What a joy it was to learn it all and perform it!
Jeff was fun to work with, teaching us with humor and patience. He taught us how to pronounce texts correctly, how not to "warble", and when to place "em-PHA-sis" in the correct places in the music.
On many occasions, Jeff and Trish would open their beautiful home to us for assorted parties,(Trish is a wonderful cook!).
I was so lucky to be a part of both of these "families". When it came time for us to move, I cried a lot, as I am now.
We kept in touch, and Jeff and his family visited us on several occasions on the Isle of Palms on their family vacations.
Even though we all went to different states, we never forgot each other, and I will never forget the gift of music that he shared with all of us.
Jeff, thank you for all you did. God bless you, Trish, and your beautiful children. You will be sorely missed by many!
Love,
Nancy
Vickie Weant
January 8, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick and Grace,
I was so saddened when I heard about the death of your devoted husband and dad. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Steve Harris Harris
January 8, 2008
Jeff was... first our dear friend, a truly inspirational leader, who had the gift to bring out the best in everyone he knew. He was full of a contagious zest for life, and the greatest of friends one could ever have. His passing is devastating, and he will be terribly missed. His life left the world a far richer place. He will live on through the lives he touched so profoundly. God bless him in his new life.
Our love and support goes out to our friends Trish, Patrick and Grace.
Love from the Harris family,
Steve, Mary, Emelie and Duncan
George & Mary Hamrick
January 8, 2008
The angels in heaven needed your beautiful music
Elizabeth and David Norfrey
January 8, 2008
For the family of Jeff LeDuc: we offer our prayers for God's comfort during this time and strength for the future. To the participants in First Pres. music ministry: May you continue to use your gifts and talents to the glory of God and carry on the good work in which Jeff led you.
Sincerely,
Christ Episcopal Church Ministers of Music
Margie, Rodger Beckett Beckett
January 8, 2008
Dear Trish, Patrick and Grace,
We are so sorry to hear about Jeff. Please know that we are thinking and praying for you at this time. Your dad's gift of music is such a tribute to so many lives that he has touched with it. So many of us do not use our God given talents and your dad did it so passionately. We have all learned from him. Take care.
Rodger, Margie, Natalie, Mallory, and Ridgley
Debbie Schomp
January 8, 2008
My prayers are with you and your family. Ms. Schomp Albemarle High School
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