Lesley "Gannaway" Gannaway

Lesley "Gannaway" Gannaway obituary

Lesley "Gannaway" Gannaway

Lesley Gannaway Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Johnson Funeral Home - Childress on Oct. 16, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Lesley Ann Gannaway was born to Joe and Lois Gannaway on March2, 1969 in El Reno, Oklahoma.

A celebration of life services will be scheduled at a later date.

Lesley grew up in Childress, Texas where she graduated from Childress High School in 1987, where she also met her soulmate. She soon married Paul Abrego on May 7, 1988 and they started their family and moved to Collinsville, Texas where she became a nurse for many years. She lost her soulmate in 2000 and moved back to Childress to raise her children. She was the proudest mom. She loved being a mom more than anything. She absolutely loved being the fun "Awma" to her 7 grandchildren. She had a special relationship with each one. She was her children's and grandchildren's biggest supporter. She was proud of her family and loved watching them thrive in all aspects of life. Lesley was a free spirit that went against the grain to always be her own person. She was loved by many and one of the most beautiful women inside and out. You were blessed with many memories if she ever crossed your path. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother and "Awma".

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Abrego; father, Allen Joe Gannaway; grandparents, Clifford and Lela Gannaway; grandparents, Leslie and Katheryn Johnson.

Lesley was survived by:

Daughter - Simonia Cribbs and husband, Bradley of Childress, TX.

Son - Julian Abrego and wife, Tatum of Amarillo, TX.

Daughter - BreAnna Zuniga and husband, Abel of Childress, TX.

Mother - Lois Gannaway of Childress, TX.

Brother - Rory Gannaway and wife, Sherry of Amarillo, TX.

Brother - Randy Gannaway of Childress, TX.

Brother - Leland Gannaway and wife, Denise of Houston, TX

Grandchildren

Hayden Cribbs of Childress, TX.

Jaidee Cribbs of Childress, TX.

Kinsleigh Abrego of Amarillo, TX.

Stetson Abrego of Amarillo, TX.

Swayde Abrego of Amarillo, TX.

Zaelyn Zuniga of Childress, TX.

Easton Zuniga of Childress, TX.

Numerous nephews and nieces.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Childress Regional Healthcare Hospice, PO Box 1030, Childress, TX 79201, for everything they did of her and her family.

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

How to support Lesley's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Lesley Gannaway's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Lesley Gannaway's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?