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Leah Kirkpatrick Obituary

KIRKPATRICK Leah Kirkpatrick died on April 24, 2010 in Ocala, Florida after a lengthy illness. Leah was preceded in death by her parents Jean and Herbert Kirkpatrick of Upper Arlington, Ohio. Leah graduated from Upper Arlington High School, earned her BA from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida, and her Masters in Social Work from The Ohio State University. During her social work career, Leah worked as a social worker Supervisor at Franklin County Children's Services, a Licensed Independent Social Worker at Netcare Access, Youth Services, and worked in central Florida for years before her retirement. Leah is survived by her sister, Mauria Carlyle Kirkpatrick Wideman (L.R.); her niece, Audrey Wideman; and nephew Matthew Wideman, attorney-at-law of Westerville. Leah also taught at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado in the 1970's. Leah leaves a legacy of kindness, compassion, expertise, and a lifetime of dedication and service to others. Those who wish may donate to their preferred charity. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on May 2, 2010.

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Rebecca Heer

May 12, 2010

Working with Leah was such a pleasure. She had the best people skills and a great sense of humor. I am so sorry to hear that this lovely lady has passed on. She was a remarkable woman.

Shivani Edwards

May 11, 2010

Leah was a wonderful co-worker and committed Social Worker. I have lots fond memories- we had many great laughs! She helped many children and adults in her career and was inspiring. We send our deepest sympathies to Mauria and the rest of her family.

May 6, 2010

I have fond memories of Leah from junior high and high school. I lost trak of her after we graduated, but I know she must have enriched a great many lives.

Fran Haraway UAHS Class of '58

May 6, 2010

Wonderful memories with Leah going to horseback riding lessons at the Columbus Riding Academy across town in sixth grade. The time in the car allowed us to refine our change of school clothes to riding clothes routine. She was excellent at riding. They always gave me the quiet, old white horse to cantor and she had a great horse. Her mother was delightful. I was new to Upper Arlington and Leah was very dear to me. Cookie if you see this, please know my sincere sympathy to you and your family.

Joyce Richardson Canfield
Upper Arlington, Ohio

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Audrey

May 2, 2010

RIP Aunt Leah. I miss you and love you!

Linda Desper

May 2, 2010

Leah was such a fun and loyal friend, schoolmate,and neighbor. We used to have such fun ice skating on the frozen streets of UA in junior high school.

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