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Kyle Leyva Obituary

Kyle David Leyva

August 5, 1993 - May 13, 2024

Kyle was born in Elko, NV to David and Kimberly (Thompson) Leyva.

He grew up in Elko/Spring Creek area and graduated from Spring Creek High School.

Kind, compassionate, loving and respectful, are only a few of the words to describe Kyle.

He placed family love and loyalty above everything else.

He is preceded in death by his grandfathers: Arthur Leyva and Chuck Thompson.

He is survived by his father, David and Charlene (stepmom) Leyva of Norfolk, NE; his mother, Kimberly Thompson; sister, Kaila Leyva and grandmothers: Frances Leyva and Mary Thompson.

Private services were held by family member.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Elko Daily on Jun. 1, 2024.

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Shannon Drake

June 13, 2024

I'm so sorry for your loss! I hope you have cherished memories forever! My heart goes out to you and your family.
Shannon Drake

Kris (White) Ashe

June 12, 2024

Kim,
I'm sorry to read this. I know we run into each other throughout the year, but I just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you and your family.
Kris Ashe (EHS) & (JCPenney)

Leesa gunter

June 12, 2024

Shouldnt be the end of your story buddy. So sad. Love and miss ya.

Karen Kimber

June 5, 2024

Kim,
My heart is aching for you. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Hugs to you, Karen

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