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Leta Todd Obituary
Memorial service: 10 a.m. Tuesday at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 2701 Harwood Road, Bedford. The Rev. Robyn Valdez will officiate. Interment: At 2 p.m. Monday, Kay, will be laid to rest in West Hill Cemetery, Sherman, beside her husband, Jerry Foch Todd, who preceded her in death Jan. 17, 2009. Visitation: The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Lucas Hurst Funeral Home, 1321 Precinct Line Road, Hurst.
Kay was born Dec. 23, 1925, the fourth child of Robert and Marie Elizabeth Maclin. She graduated from Sherman High where she met her best friend and husband of 62 years, Jerry Todd. She attended Texas Woman's University where she majored in art. Impressed with her talent, one of her instructors encouraged her to join the New York City art scene. Stories of her time and adventures indicated that this was a special time in her life. She abandoned it after Word War II to return to Texas and marry Jerry. Art remained important to her throughout here life. She was an award-winning Texas artist for over 40 years.
Kay experienced adversity throughout her life, including being an orphan and a polio survivor. Her response was to develop a strong character, compassion and spirituality. She served as an active member, teacher or elder in the Presbyterian Church for over 50 years. Kay lived a life of service. She frequently opened her home and heart to those less fortunate than her.
Of all her accomplishments, Kay was the proudest of her family. She researched, compiled or wrote over 200 books on its genealogy. She remained close to her brothers and sisters after they were separated as children. She raised five children of her own, harbored others and reveled in the fact that she had 43 descendants of multiple nationalities and races.
Survivors: Sons, Reg Todd and spouse, Fannie, and Mark Todd and spouse, Ted; daughters, Tera Albert, Jane Hogue and spouse, Dale, and Ellizabeth Heydarian and spouse, Shahrokh; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; and extended family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leta Todd
November 10, 2009
My mother, Robbie Pettit, is a new resident at Eden Estates and had the privilege of dining at the same table with your mother. She was such a blessing to my mom and helped smooth her transition and make her feel welcome in her new home. My family is very thankful for her friendship and welcoming spirit and I am saddened that I did not have the pleasure of meeting her. What a treasure she was to Eden Estates and a true friend to my mom. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family and hope that you feel comforted knowing how much your mother meant to others.
Robyn Carnley, Colleyville
Russ Bloxom
November 10, 2009
WOW! Her life reads so encompassing, despite extreme challenges.
You and the other siblings were blessed to have such strength, determination and service to others as standards of life for yourselves. Priceless gifts. Be content that you had them for 83 years.
Charlotte & Bart Hunsicker
November 9, 2009
We will always remember Kay as a warm, kind lady and a good friend for the six years we lived in Texas. We are sorry to hear of her passing. She has been in my prayers each day. May she rest in the peace and the love of her Savior, Jesus Christ.
God be with her family.
November 9, 2009
My deepest sympathy is extended to you Ms. Albert and your entire family. I was honored to meet your mother last year. She has left this world with the beautiful legacy of your family. I know that Jesus has greeted her with those words that we all hope to hear as we enter into our new life, "Well done my good and faithful servant.
Tarri Miller
Helen and Freddie Tate
November 9, 2009
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.
Keven Todd
November 9, 2009
To all my cousins,
Your mother was a wonderful aunt who always held a very special place in my heart. The world has lost a truly warm and loving person, but I know her spirit will live on in all of us.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and I wish that I could be there to share in your grief.
November 8, 2009
My mother Loraine Ellis was a resident at Eden Estates a couple of years ago and sat at the same dining table with Mrs. Todd. Kay was so helpful to my mother and she was a delightful person. She had a beautiful heart. I was very sad to read of her passing.
Donna Mullen
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