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John LeGrand Obituary
He taught at Pearland High School for 30 years. When he retired in 1998 he fulfilled his life long dream of being a park ranger at Bryce Canyon National Park. John also sang in the choir for Pearland Methodist Church, Bay Area Chorus, and for Alvin Community College. John had many, many friends that he spent most of his time with over the years camping, traveling, and just having get-togethers at local restaurants. He loved playing his piano and spending time with his family. John is survived by his two sons, David, and his family; Tara, Elizabeth and Brianna, and by Michael and his wife Cheri and his grandchildren, Alyssa and Dalton. Also by his brother Tom, his wife Laura and their children.
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Cindye Sablatura
January 21, 2021
David and Michael and family, you have my most sincere condolences.
I will always be grateful for the role that John played in my life. In high school, my future husband, Brian, and I would visit your home. Your dad would play piano, Brian would play guitar, and we would all sing songs together. Wonderful times. Our friendship continued when Brian and I attended UT Austin. John and the two of you would come up to go camping at McKinney Falls, and Brian and I would often meet you there for a visit. John and Brian and I shared a love for John Denver's music, and I recall one time he came to Austin and we all went to the concert together. When college ended, Brian and I married, and I know John had a big role in helping Brian to reach that decision. He was Brian's best man, and his polka band played at our reception with him on the accordian. We moved to Arkansas after that, and then to New Mexico, and our visits became fewer. Our last visit together was in Albuquerque as John was on his way to Bryce Canyon. He had just retired. That September, Brian passed away suddenly, and John came all the way back to Albuquerque from Utah to attend his funeral. That meant the world to me. John had the kindest heart and the most jubilant smile. We shared lots of laughs. He took a genuine interest in people, really cared about them. I was always amazed at what he would remember about my parents, grandparents, brother, and sister, even when we hadn't seen each other for a long time. I have some comfort in thinking of the joy he and Brian would have meeting again on the other side. Some people just make life better, and John was one of those people. He will be missed by many.
Kathy Hern Paul
January 17, 2021
David and Michael you have my sincerest condolences. I lived in the same park as you guys did when you were younger on North Austin Street in Pearland. I lived right by the mailboxes.
Mr. Legrand would take me to the high school everyday and bring me home. This was in the late 70s all the way through 1981. He would drop you boys off and then we would head off to the high school. I took Spanish with Mrs. Thomas. So Mr. LeGrand would speak to me in French and I would try to speak to him in Spanish. He was always about having fun and teaching all of us young people around him.
I remember when I took piano lessons and how that thrilled Mr. Legrand. When I would come over we would play the piano together. Sometimes, he would pull out his accordion. I just remember his joy and his robustness for life had a huge impact on me and inspired me to do better.
I remember Kai always came over too. He was the exchange student from Finland. We all always had so much fun. I remember one night we all went to the high school to a Polka that Mr.LeGrand was hosting. I did not know the time, but Mr LeGrand was building great memories for us kids that would last us a lifetime.
I found out about his passing by chance as I am in Claifornia now. However, I have thought of him often and I have kept the cherished memories and lessons he taught in my heart. These memories include you two as well. Bleassings to you and your family.
Kathy Hern Paul
January 17, 2021
I lived in the same park on No Austin St as Mr. LeGrand and his sons. Mr. LeGrand took me to and from school daily. This was in the late 70s through 1981. He would drop off the boys and then we would go to the high school.
I took Spanish with Mrs. Thomas and so Mr. LeGrand would speak French to me and I attempted to speak to him in Spanish. He was always so full of energy and life.
I lived right in front of the mail boxes. I don't know if you guys remember me. David is like 8 years younger than me. I remember you and your brother.
I remember taking piano lessons and that thrilled Mr. LeGrand. He had switched from the accordian to the piano on his own. He would invite me to try to play with him. As we both sat on the piano stool sise by side, his joy inspired me to do better.
I remember Kai always came over. Kau was the exchange student from Finland. We all went one night to the high school to attend a Polka that Mr. LeGrand hosted. How absolutely fun!
I did not know it at the time, but Mr. LeGrand was building memories for all of us kids. His infectious laughter and robustness for life was both magical and contagious.
I am so blessed to have known him and I will keep those good memories in my heart.
Amaye' M.
January 17, 2021
Sincerest condolences to Mr. LeGrand's family and friends. I did not have the privilege of studying French with Mr. LeGrand, but I remember him well. He was a kind, loving Soul and was a very positive presence on the Pearland HS campus. I am glad he was able to fulfill his dream of being a Park Ranger in the beauty of Bryce Canyon. Love and Blessings to him and his family.
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Melissa Nix
January 12, 2021
Mr. LeGrand was one of my favorite teachers in High School. His class was SO FUN. He gave me a great foundation to continue learning French when I went to college and gave me a love for bocce ball. He was such an incredibly kind man. RIP Monsieur LeGrand.
Tim Pylatw
January 8, 2021
Mr. LeGrand was a sweet, kind, patient, and very passionate teacher. He was just a ray of sunshine. God bless him. Godspeed, Monsieur!
David L. Long
January 8, 2021
I did not attend Pearland High School, but everything I heard about Mr. LeGrand was always inspiring and positive. I know for sure he made a difference in so many lives.
Michael Martin
January 8, 2021
My condolences to Monsieur LeGrand's family. Though I was probably only a mediocre student of French in high school, Monsieur LeGrand set me on course for a lifetime of learning languages, of other cultures, of the world beyond my doorstep. We're all fortunate to have those special teachers in our life and Monsieur LeGrand was one of mine.
Morrye Rumbaugh
January 6, 2021
My condolences to you' the family. Mr. Legrand was the most amazing teacher and friend. I had the most amazing privilege to get to go on a trip to Europe with him. I am sad for your loss. I hope you know what an amazing man' and dad he was. When I was in high school he talked about his "boys" constantly. He loved you dearly. I hope you know that. I can only imagine how much he loved grandchildren and extended family. My prayers are with you all.
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