Leia Kay Bernabe

Leia Kay Bernabe obituary, Niles, MI

Leia Kay Bernabe

Leia Bernabe Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Niles on Dec. 15, 2025.
Leia Kay Bernabe was born and passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in South Bend, Indiana.
Left to cherish the memory of Leia are her parents, Joey Bernabe and Courtney Jean Leach; siblings, Renleigh Leach, Ivy Bernabe, and Julian Bernabe; maternal grandparents, Charles Wendt and Brenda Leach, and paternal grandparents, Jose Bernabe and Tina Salgado.
Though her time in this world was brief, she was deeply cherished by those who awaited her arrival. Her presence brought quiet joy, anticipation, and a profound sense of love to her family.
Her family will carry her memory gently, grateful for the moments of joy she gave and the love she left behind.
Memorial contributions in honor of Leia may be made out Granny's Angels, 507 E Main St. Niles, Michigan 49120.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home.
Photos, condolences, and memories may be shared with Leia's family at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com
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