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Joshua Leavelle Obituary

DECATUR - Joshua Ryan Leavelle, 27 of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2009. Services will be private. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 on Thursday evening at the Graceland/ Fairlawn Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com. Joshua was born on July 19, 1981 in Yuma, Arizona the son of John L. Leavelle and Tammy E. Sams. Josh loved life and enjoyed being with his family and many friends. He will be missed by his family and all those who had the chance to know him.  Surviving are his father and step-mother: John L. and Cindy L. Leavelle of Hammond, brother- John L. Leavelle, Jr. of Decatur, step-brother: Zach Miller of Hammond, step-sister: Kira Miller of Hammond, maternal grandparents: Roger and Anita Sams of Big Rapids, MI, maternal step- grandmother: Jean Hooper of Decatur, many great aunts, great uncles, cousins and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother: Nancy Crawley. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/Obituaries.asp

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Mar. 19, 2009.

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Lindsay Beals

March 20, 2009

Leavelle Family,
Iam truly sorry for your loss. Josh was always such a happy and fun loving person. I had known him only a few years and yet still considered him to be my brother.....We all loved him dearly expecially my brother Justin. It's just a shame that things couldnt of been done in a different way, he will truly be missed Always And Forever! I pray for Josh and your entire family, in due time things will get easier.

susan ferguson

March 20, 2009

Cindy, John, and family:
We are so very sorry to hear about this tragedy. Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this most difficult time.
Susan and Greg Ferguson

Angi Butler

March 19, 2009

John and Cindy
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Virgie Walston

March 19, 2009

John & Cindy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Stukins

March 19, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who will miss him. He was a very loyal, loving and caring person. We are blessed just by knowing him. He will forever be in our hearts.
Jason Pryde, Susan Stukins
Krystal and Katy Stukins
and the gang on Miller ct.

Linda Blunt

March 19, 2009

Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will hold you with my victorious right hand. Isaiah 41:10
Hold Thou my hand, so weak I am and helpless
I dare not take one step without Thine aid.
Hold Thou my hand, for then, O loving Saviour,
No dread of ill shall make my soul afraid.
Thank you, Lord, that because You are with us, we will have power and strength in the battles that lie ahead. With our weak hand in Your strong hand we stand on victory ground.Praying for you from the family of Joy Blunt

Lori Leihser

March 19, 2009

John,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Blessings.

Billie

March 19, 2009

My sincere condolences to your family. Cindy, you are a strong person and I know you and your family will get through this. I always recall your words that helped make me stronger. I am getting through this and you and your family will get through this too. God is always there with all of you at all times.

stephanie

March 19, 2009

The staff at The Main Hangar Restaurant would like to express its deepest condolences to the family. Josh was a hard worker and he enjoyed life. He always made the day a happy day with his funny jokes and the way he always smiled. He will be missed by all of us.

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