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Leah La Rochelle Obituary
Leah Alexis La Rochelle
1990 - 2021
Our loving, beautiful Leah Alexis La Rochelle passed away on Sunday, October 17th, 2021.
She is survived by her parents, David and Peggy La Rochelle of Napa, by her sisters Stacey, Tiffany, Flynn, Maggie, and Natalie and their families, and by many, many friends who loved her.
Leah was a heart-driven person with a spirit both fierce and gentle. She had a great sense of humor. She was abundantly creative and hard-working. She found a professional path in the health field as a medical assistant; the clinic patients with whom she worked loved her and called her "a joy to be around." She loved her family and her friends deeply and was always ready to give words of love and encouragement to others. We cherish you, Leah, and we will miss you always.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations in Leah's name be made to the If Given a Chance Foundation (www.ifgivenachance.org)
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Devon Davis
February 6, 2022
As a very nervous shy individual I am, Leah was highly supportive and was able to easily slice through my protective barriers like butter. She made a huge impact on my life and Im positive she made one on everyone she surrounded herself with. I knew she'd share her positive, Charming and caring personality with everyone and I looked forward to seeing her again. Even though I wasnt really fully able to talk to her daily I still loved her dearly. She was taken before I got a chance to say goodbye and Im deeply wounded by this. However Shes in a better place watching over us. Im sure her parents are very proud of what kind of person that she truly was. To those family members of Leah, I horribly apologize for the loss. Thank you for bringing such an Amazing gift into the world.
An old friend
January 13, 2022
Always hoped I'd see Leah again. My deepest condolences. She was a highlight of my life.
Deborah Martin
December 12, 2021
Our Sincere Condolences to your family. Grief can be so hard, but special memories help us cope. We remember Leah fondly from Vichy Elementary where she shared many classes and field trips with our son Kristoffer. I always got a hugs from her when I chaperoned their class trips. Will be remembered fondly as a sweetheart
Our Very Best
Deborah, Thomas , Kristoffer Martin
Nick
December 10, 2021
Leah, I love and miss you so much! You will always have a HUGE place in my heart!! I wish more people were like you!! You were such an amazing woman! I LOVE YOU BABYGIRL!! With ALL DUE LOVE AND RESPECT, I GIVE MY TRUEST DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO ALL YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!!
Elyse Coursen
November 28, 2021
I am so saddened to read this. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.
David F La Rochelle MD
November 26, 2021
It is so sad that our youngest daughter Leah has passed on to Heaven so soon in her life. She was an angel on earth always trying to help others in their problems. She was a joy to be around in my office in the front office meeting and greeting patients. We love her very much.
Love Dad and Mom
Charles, Laura, Melissa, and Sarah Weakley
November 20, 2021
Please know how saddened we are at the loss of your beautiful Leah. Our hearts are with you all.
Gina Biter-Mundt
November 19, 2021
Dr. LaRochelle, Peggy and family,
May the pain that lives in your heart during this difficult time eventually be replaced with the fond memories of the joy and love Leah brought to your family. My deepest condolences to you and your family. The Napa Valley swim Team was a family we were all a part of.
Gina Biter-Mundt
Susan and Gary Bourque
November 19, 2021
Peggy and David: Sincere condolences and sympathy for you and your family in this difficult time. I was so sorry to learn of Leah´s death from Caroline!
Janet Iverson
November 18, 2021
Peggy and David. My heart breaks for you. No parent should ever know that pain. My prayers and thoughts are with you now and going forward. Sending love, Jan
Talley Kim
November 17, 2021
We are so very sad to hear about Leah. We have wonderful memories of fun times at Vichy. Sending you all our prayers and our deepest sympathy. We are so very sorry.
The Talley Family
Charles F Shaw
November 17, 2021
My family sends to you and your family our deepest and most sincere condolences and prays that, your lovely daughter, Leah's soul rests in peace.
I´m sorry for your profound loss and the loss for your entire family.
Yours sincerely,
Chuck
The Carey Family
November 17, 2021
Dear La Rochelle Family,
We were all saddened to hear of Leah´s passing. Our families spent so much time together on the Napa Valley Swim Team. We will always remember Leah for the smart, wonderful young woman she was. God bless you all.
Lisa, Mike, Danielle and Doug Carey
Elaine and Al Gilbert
November 17, 2021
Dear LaRochelle family,
We are so saddened to hear the news of Leahs passing. I remember Leah and her sisters when they attended Vichy with our daughter Jessica. What a wonderful, sweet girl. Keeping you in our prayers during this sad time.
Jessica (Gilbert) Ryder
November 17, 2021
I am so shocked and saddened to hear about Leah. I went to Vichy with Flynn, Maggie and Leah and remember what a wonderful family you all were. Thinking and praying for you during this difficult time.
Kathy, Erica and Casey
November 17, 2021
Our hearts are sad. We are all thinking of your wonderful family.
Kathy, Erica and Casey
Janet Ruck
November 17, 2021
+Dear Dr. & Peggy...My memories of all the LaRochelle girls at the Easter & Christmas parties always bring a smile to my face. How many name tags I wrote for Leah and her sisters! Leah will always hold a special place in your hearts and mind forever. Hold each other close and remember.
Drew Barlow
November 17, 2021
Leah, your heart was made of pure gold.... Your smile was the most beautiful smile in the world and I will always cherish and hold near and dear to my heart all the kind, sympathetic and encouraging words you always spoke to me... I am in disbelief and will miss you more than you could ever imagine.. you were extremely special to me and I will always love you Leah LaRochelle... you didn´t deserve this...
Joanne Duncan
November 17, 2021
Dear Larochelle family, I was so sorry to hear of Leah passing. My prayers are for you in the family during this difficult time. I am Christina and Melissa Duncans mother. The girls were on the Napa Valley Swim together. I have so many wonderful memories of your family those many years of swimming 6 to 7 days a week. Please take care God-bless
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