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Memories and Condolences
for Keith LeClair
Joe DeLoach
November 3, 2017
I am addressing my men's group at church on Sunday and I am reading Coaching Third as I often do for inspiration. Ironically the devotion I am reading is dated today's date - 13 years ago. God is awesome. Thanks #23. Go Pirates.
David Long
February 8, 2011
A man's legacy lives on in the thoughts and actions of those whose lives he touched and influenced. Nobody who met Keith LeClair came away from the encounter unmoved. He breathes new life each time a memory of him compels an act of passion or compassion Though eventually bowed by a foe that was both cruel and relentless his message to us was one of hope, not despair the
Matt Stevens
April 18, 2010
One of my first little league memories is of lefthanded Keith hitting a pop fly down the right field line and plopping it into the short weeds and ivy at the Walpole little league field for a ground rule home run. As high school teammates, Keith became a great inspiration to me. His examples of expectation setting and determination to carry out intentions are truly unique and will forever affect my path.
Michael Goff
July 24, 2009
Thanks for the memories and getting East Carolina on the road to Omaha. I know you were with us against South Carolina in 2009. Thanks Coach.
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Carol Garris
June 2, 2009
Baseball has been a positive influence in the life of my entire family for generations. Keith LeClair emboddied all that was good about about a man. I am thankful he shared himself with young men eager to learn from him - players and spectators alike. He will always be remembered!
Scotty Barnhill
May 30, 2009
You will always be remembered and your legend carried on!!
Lee Anne (Fenner) Dodge
August 14, 2006
To the LeClair Family- We were so sad to hear the news about Keith- and he has been in our prayers. We have great memories of him from our high school years and growing up with him in Walpole.
"And now life calls us to a quest; to live, to love, to work, to play, to sacrfice, to pray. God calls and He shall have our best"- Ray Fenner
Thad and Barbara Matta
July 24, 2006
Dear Lynn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. As I look into the starry sky tonight, there is one new star shining ever so bright. That must be Keith, grateful for his time here on Earth, but even more thankful to be in Heaven watching over all his family and friends. He always will be one shining star. God Bless you and our short time together in Cullowhee. Thad and Barbara
Lisa Augustinowitz - Kopacz- Sammann
July 24, 2006
Dear Kevin and Family,
Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Having grown up in Walpole I had the pleasure of knowing the Leclair family. A very strong family who always made you happy you had run into them somewhere along the day. Keith will be sadly missed. From reading the memories in this guest book he has touched the lives of many young people who will carry on his great personality. May God walk with you all till you meet again.
Scott Higgins
July 24, 2006
My fondest memories are of Keith's first year as head coach at Western, at age 25. I had known Keith as a player, assistant coach and as now as head coach. He was so excited and poised for the greatness that we all came to see over the past 15 years. Our relationship, especially that first year, and our enduring friendship over the years was like a father-son relationship that I will always cherish. I regret that my duties at Western prevented me from being with Lynn and the "Western Baseball Family" to celebrate his life. He will always be in my heart.
Kay Davis
July 24, 2006
Lynn and family
You taught my daughter Julie in kindergarten at Fairview Elementary School in Sylva, that was right before Audry was born. You had such grace about you and it showed in everything you did. Your love for the children was also evident. May our wonderful Lord wrap you in His loving arms right now and hold on to you and Keith's family extra tight. May God bless you.
Jerry Horner
July 24, 2006
Though I never had a chance to meet Keith personally, I began to admire the example he set for all of us who eventually must face our own death. The love the East Carolina family has shown for him is second to none since I've been a loyal pirate supporter (class of 68). I did experience a little of the love his players showed him after the regional win in Kinston when the players began to rock the van he was watching the game from. I was listening to the game on the radio heading to my family's beach house in Topsail when I decided to stop and view some of the game from outside looking in. Tears were in my eyes after the players celebrated around the van. My only regret is that I did not get to know #23 but I will always remember the hall of fame ceremony at Dowdy Ficklin stadium as well as how important it is to get to wear #23 as a pirate base ball player. I wish the family of Keith and all those touched by him so deeply an inner peace and strength fo draw from in this time of sadness.
Joe Milliken
July 24, 2006
My name is Joe Milliken and I am high school friend and classmate of Keith. I am now a sports editor and have written a few articles about Keith over the last couple years. I was lucky enough to have contact (through e-mail) with Keith over those couple of years and I am no doubt, a better person for having known him. Many of his friends and classmates here in New Hampshire and Vermont now know of Keith's many accomplishments through my articles, and I am truly honored to have been able to help spread the word and meaning of his legacy. To Lynn, Audrey and D.J., may God bless you, and your husband and father will never be forgotten by us in New England. Go Red Sox...
Peace, Love and Baseball, Joe Milliken
Lee Cigliano
July 24, 2006
I had the priviledge of knowing Keith at Western Carolina University and playing raquetball with him from time to time. In the short time around him I knew he was a special person. He was always someone I looked up to because of his positive outlook and competitiveness. My prayers go out to the family during this time.
Theresa & Ted Coleman
July 23, 2006
Coach LeClair is truly the 'voice of the Pirates'. His faith in God, his family & his ECU family were his greatest accomplishments. May God continue to strengthen & comfort you in the days ahead.
John told us about a vision where he saw Heaven...where the streets are paved with gold. I'm sure that Coach LeClair has one of the biggest mansions in Heaven, but I know that it is 'Pirate Purple'!
Theresa & Ted Coleman (ECU '77)
Sarah Rogers
July 23, 2006
To Audrey your father was such a amazing man he reach so many of his dreams in his short but wonderful life.
dean surles
July 22, 2006
Dear Jesus,
Monday, you added a superstar to Your team. From his earthly field of dreams to Your heavenly field, Coach LeClair fought his way into extra innings and would have fought even further. But You called his life-game and crowned him with the life well-lived crown of a true champion. Coach LeClair walked down the valley of the shadow of death with grace just as You bore the weight of our sins on your cross with grace. May each purple Bible bear fruit in Your name until the day you return. Jesus, we ask you to surround Lynn, JD, Audrey, Andrew and Doris, Sharon and Brian, Sharlene and Tom, Douglas and Donna, Robert and Christle, family, friends, players, fellow coaches, team-mates, supporters, and the medical support staff with your love, joy, peace, and grace each and every day and night.
Dean S.
Kevin Cozart and Family
July 22, 2006
Dear LeClair Family,
Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you. Coach LeClair was a great man on the field but more importantly a great man off the field as well. He had a big influence in many people's lives.
God Bless!!!!
BOBBY BROWN
July 22, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris Ball
July 22, 2006
To the LeClair Family, Keith was an unbelievable coach, competitor, and a great ambassator for the game of baseball. As a Greenville native and as a member of the UNCG baseball program I had the privalage of being involved with Coach. Knowing that I was from Greenville, he went out of his way every time I saw him to come and speak and catch up on things. Many of my former High School and summer league teammates played for him. He always kept me updated on where and what they were doing. It is an individual like Keith who makes this game what it is today. My prayers are with the family and god bless.
Yours in Baseball.
Chris"Butter"Ball
Director of Baseball Operations
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Bill Outlaw Former ECU Player
July 21, 2006
To the family that Coach leaves behind: You are in our thoughts and prayers. I did not say goodbye today, I said so long for now, because I will see him again. I hope all are ready with our Savior so that we can reunite with him again someday. It was truely an honor to play for him when he came in 98-99. He was a true players Coach that everyone played hard for. My son is now 3 and he loves to play baseball and I have not pushed him at all. He wears a baseball shirt with LeClair on the back and the #23 shining. I wish someday that he gets the opportunity that I had to play for the Pirates, so that he can share that bond that Coach has built so strong for all of us. He was a wonderful Coach, Friend and Mentor. I will miss him dearly and all that he stood for. GOD BLESS.
Jan Makua
July 20, 2006
May the love of our Saviour, Jesus, comfort you and give you peace. Please know that many are lifting you up in prayer. We share your sorrow.
Bob & Peggy Moore
July 20, 2006
The Lord is good,a stonghold in the day of trouble;and He knows those who trust Him. Nahum 1:7
"There is no better place to be than safe at home!"_ True of base-
ball and our lives and souls.
Danny and Charlotte Hirt
July 20, 2006
We had the honor of witnessing Keith's induction into the WCU Sports Hall of Fame a few years ago. It was a touching moment. His courage will be an inspiration forever. Keith, Thanks for the memories!
Chris Siegel
July 20, 2006
What an example of following Christ through all the circumstances of life Keith was, not only to Pirate players and fans, but to all who came in contact with him. His spirit and love of life will be missed by us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God bless and keep you.
Don and Sue Smith
July 20, 2006
Lynn, Audrey, and J. D.,
What a blessing and inspiration you have been to all of us in the family as you have shown Christlike love and care for Keith during the past five years. Many, many people have been blessed because of your love and devotion to Keith and your sharing the love of Christ even during challenging times. May many happy memories help you bear the grief that his loss brings. What an amazing MAN God now has in his heavenly kingdom!! We love you!
ROGER BELL
July 20, 2006
MRS.LeCLAIR,I LOST MY DAD THE DAY BEFORE COACH DIED,IT HAS BEEN ALONG HARD WEEK.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN.FOR WHAT I HAVE READ ABOUT COACH LeCLAIR HE TRUSTED IN THE LORD,EVEN THOUGH THIS LOSS IS SO TOUGH TO HANDLE YOU CAN FIND PEACE KNOWING THAT HE IS WITH THE LORD AND IS ENJOYING THAT NEW BODY.KEEP THE FAITH I AM SURE THAT IS WHAT HE WOULD WANT YOU TO DO.
Al and Linda Corpening
July 20, 2006
From what I have read, Keith, his family, friends, and supporters shared a unique and loving experience. My Jesus's love and healing surround each of you each hour. You are in our thoughts and prayers! Al and Linda Corpening
Angela Weaver
July 20, 2006
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Trust in the Lord he will see you through.
Davey Penny (former player)
July 20, 2006
Right now, my wife, Angel, and I are expecting our first child. If it is a boy (and of course I hope it is), you can believe I would love nothing more than to watch him take the field as a Pirate one day at Clark-LeClair Stadium. I just want to watch him take that field and experience the true joy it is to be a Pirate baseball player. Coach LeClair inspired that joy in me and I know his life will continue to inspire for years to come. You can believe I will tell my children of the great Christian man that I had the privilege to call "Coach" as well as friend.
Adam Edmundson
July 20, 2006
I remember watching the baseball games and looking at the players in awe. Now, looking back, it's hard for me to believe how a small game can mean so much to a kid. It brought joy and excitement to my life and I think that's what Coach LeClair did for everyone there. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
MIKE SUTTON
July 20, 2006
THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING US TO BE A PART OF KEITH LECLAIRS FINE STAND AS THE PIRATES HEAD BASEBALL COACH. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!MY PRAYERS AND SUPPORT GO OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY. REMEMBER KEITH WILL ALWAYS BE WATCHING FROM HEAVEN!!!
David & Yvonne Radford
July 20, 2006
That we may say of each, as was said of Brutus in Shakespeare's play of Julius Cæsar—
'His life was gentle; and the elements
So mixed in him, that Nature might stand up,
And say to all the world, This was a man.'
God Bless you and keep you is our prayer.
L.
July 20, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Wooten
July 19, 2006
Lynn,
The prayers of the Wooten family are with you and your family. Alan joins us in extending his sympathy from Alaska. I enjoyed the few e-mails that I exchanged with Keith a few years ago when he was preparing the devotionals. Truly, he loved God and is with Him now. Sincerely, Barbara Wooten
Jeff Boyer
July 19, 2006
To Coach LeClair's Family,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy is with you. Having worked w/ Coach LeClair during my time at ECU (97-99), he was a true inspiration and role model as a devote family and Christian man. He touched everyone that was affiliated w/ his teams. He will be missed, but remembered forever and always. You are in my family's thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
July 19, 2006
I had the amazing privilege of being in Hennon Stadium the night Western Carolina retired Coach LeClair's jersey! To watch his brave family bring him on the field was so touching and a true testament to what truly was important to him. There is not doubt that he was a great coach of the game...but more importantly than that he was a wonderful son, father, and husband! I hope we will all find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place and we will see him again one day!
Linda June-Fowler
July 19, 2006
Coach touched so many lives by the way he lived his and in that way, he will always be with us. The legacy he leaves is one that I hope my son will follow. Thank you for sharing him with us. You have provided inspiration to many by your actions. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. God bless.
Jay Parchman
July 19, 2006
I truly hope that Coach LeClair's family can find some type of comfort in this time. Among reading the many wonderful things was something very simple but so thoughtful: providing a purple Bible to players.
Ashley Breslend - Tarvit
July 19, 2006
Lynn, Audrey and JD - I had the pleasure and honor of being a high school classmate and friend of Keith's. He truly was an inspiring and wonderful person! I also had the honor of receiving an email from him last year - he talked about how blessed and thankful he was to have you as well as how amazing you all are. All of us here from his home and high school area will be forever grateful to have known him! I wish you peace at this difficult time and please know that our prayers are with you.
Penny Forbes
July 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to the LeCLair family. Hearing this news brought back alot of old feelings. My mother-in-law died Oct. 2002 of ALS. I never personnally knew Coach LeClair but I knew several people who did and what a positive impact he had!!!
John, Liz & Rachel Furci
July 19, 2006
Dearest Lynn, Audrey, JD and family,
We think back on all the rough times there have been and talk and cry about them, but it's weird because we always seem to end up laughing about some funny story. John was always in awe of Keith's awesome faith and great sense of humour throughout his illness. They would be talking, and 9 times out of 10 Keith would pass a comment on his eye gaze that would just crack John up. John came over once to see Keith and he's watching the Food Channel on TV. "Why are you watching this?", John asks. "I'm torturing myself" was the reply. We love you guys and will ALWAYS treasure the memories.
David McFadyen
July 19, 2006
To the LeClair family:
Thank you for sharing your husband and father with us. He was an incredible man, to say the least. The impression he made on his East Carolina family (and me personally) will never, ever be forgotten.
Cindy
July 19, 2006
Keith LeClair has coached more people off the field in his testament of faith than he ever could have reached in many seasons of coaching. His family should be proud of the impact he had on others. I truly believe God gave us the amazing gift of Keith LeClair.
Warren Rowley
July 19, 2006
I remember Coach LeClair as a young 26 year old coach that I was giving my son Chris to at WCU. His friendship and guidance are a big part of what Chris has become today, along with countless other college athletes that this great man touched.
Jennifer McLemore
July 18, 2006
Keith will always be an inspiration to me. He worked harder than most people with full time jobs, (even while he was so challanged in the last several years). He was always concerned about the well-being of others and always so thoughtful. The gates of heaven sure have opened up wide to welcome him now. He no longer has to suffer and for that I am thankful. My prayers and condolences go out to you Lynn, Audrey, and J.D. He loved each of you so much. Don't worry though, you will see him again and remember he is always with you.
Chris Williams
July 18, 2006
To the LeClair Family,
May God fill this time in your lives with His love and grace. Your husband and father was a great inspiration to many. Continue to live your life as Coach LeClair did and you will soon see him again. May God bless you with peace and strength.
ECU '96
CHUCK AND KATHY WOOTEN
July 18, 2006
WCU, FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY AND JACKSON COUNTY REMEMBERS A FAMILY THAT TOUCHED US IN A POSITIVE WAY. WE ARE BETTER PEOPLE BECAUSE OF YOU. MAY THIS SPECIAL FAMILY BE COMFORTED BY THE LOVE AND PRAYERS OF SO MANY FRIENDS.
Roneca Hardesty
July 18, 2006
Lynn, Audrey, and JD,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Keith was an inspiration to us all. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Dan Goss
July 18, 2006
On the morning of his death, Thoreau was heard to have said, "Now comes good sailing". To paraphrase Thoreau; Somewhere a good man is whole again, with lines untangled, a steady breeze filling his sail, and a quiet wake left in summer waters. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jay, Suzanne, Anna and Luke Ragin
July 18, 2006
Lynn,
You, Audrey, JD and other family members are in our prayers. Keith was a man after God's own heart and made a difference for Christ.
Marilyn and Dennis Grieve
July 18, 2006
Lynn, Audrey and JD, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. As you know, Keith was a wonderful man and teacher. He will be missed but we know he is at home with our Lord.
Gregory Shealy
July 18, 2006
Thank You Keith LeClair
Gregory Shealy
ECU 05
Kent Davis
July 18, 2006
I remember walking into the babershop and the Mayor handed me the phone and it was Keith. Keith had just got the news he had ALS and he was so positive about everything. A year later in Cullowhee I spoke to him and he ankowledged me by shaking my hand with his foot. I will never forget that! He is still an inspiration to those in Cullowhee.
Jason Roberson
July 18, 2006
His outstanding work is completed here and now he will touch those above and continue his outstanding mentorship in heaven. God Bless
Former Equipment Manager for a legend!!
Scott and Michelle Newby
July 18, 2006
Our prayers are with the LeClair family. Coach was a man that exemplified the word class on and off the baseball field. He is playing now on the ultimate "Field of Dreams". Godspeed #23.
Roger Townley
July 18, 2006
May God bless your family and help them realize the impact their husband and father had on so many. I know that he is an ispiration to me.
Frankie Lynn Jackson
July 18, 2006
My sympathies go out to Coach LeClair's wife, Lynn and children Audrey & JD. I was inspired by Coach LeClair and his #23 trademark jersey for the Pirate Nation and the best team player each year and I will remember Coach Keith LeClair as "The Best ECU Baseball Coach Forever."
Charles Allison
July 18, 2006
My thoughts go back to a day in Boone about 10 or so years ago. Keith was "sitting out" a game vs. Appalachian due to an ejection. We sat in the back of my pick-up and watched the game from the right field fence.
I learned more about college baseball in that one day than I ever did before or since.
God Bless
K Langford
July 18, 2006
MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY YOU CELEBRATE HIS LIFE WITH YOUR MEMORIES.
Ginger Symons
July 18, 2006
Lynn and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.Keith was an awesome human being. Forever 23
God speed
Kent Smothers (87)
July 18, 2006
I want to send my condolences and prayers to the LeClair family. I would like to say, even though I never met coach LeClair personaly it is truely evident the kind of coach and more importantly the kind of man he was. He truely represented the best in mankind and what it meant to be a pirate and he has greatly inspired me. I thank his family and God for loaning him to the East Carolina Family, even if for only a short time. God Bless number 23.
Kevin Jordan
July 18, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maria Conyers
July 18, 2006
Praying for you in this difficult time.I`ve thought of you often.I taught JD at TMBCWEE 2 years (2000-2002?), and got to know you all well. You are truly godly people.
God will help you through. ...underneath are the everlasting arms...
Rick Watkins
July 18, 2006
Rest in Peace my brother for you are with our Heavenly Father and free from the constraints of this earth.
Melissa and Johnny Grimes
July 18, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Giavanna Perdue
July 18, 2006
JD I hope you and your family are doing well. stay strong just like your daddy was. You are in my prayers.
Robert Birch
July 18, 2006
Safe at home !!!!!
Ben Parrott
July 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to the LeClair family. Keith will be missed but his legacy will live forever in the hearts of the many people he touched. God bless you coach, rest in peace.
Kieran Mattison & Family
July 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
jeff corbett
July 18, 2006
LeClair Family,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Cathy Lambeth
July 18, 2006
My prayers are with the family of Keith LeClair. Although this is a time of mourning, please take comfort in the fact that he is now in Heaven-healed, whole, happy and looking forward to the day he is reunited with his family.
Neil Rowerdink
July 18, 2006
Keith LeClair touch so many people in a positive way, before and during his illness, on and off the field. His was a model of inspiration for facing adversity and a great witness for the Lord Jesus Christ. I'm very happy that a man of this character was able to be a part of the ECU family. His attitude during his tribulations is a lesson we all can learn from. Thank you Keith! Heaven is welcoming a special person.
Kevin Monroe
July 18, 2006
To J.D. and Audrey, Your father has inspired thousands of people and he will be greatly missed, but he left you with a spirit that will live on forever
Aaron Merritt
July 18, 2006
As a former ECU student living out of state, I was enthralled with the baseball team's run during Coach LeClair's tenure, and was deeply touched by his ever positive attiude, even after being diagnosed with ALS. He is truly a person to be admired and looked up to. My thoughts and prayers are with Coach LeClair's family, and the ECU extended family as well.
Bernie Tyndall
July 18, 2006
The Pirate Nation will miss Coach LeClair, but his Christian witness will live on. Thank God for the many lives he touched
Sam Wynne
July 18, 2006
The Coach approached his ALS like everything else he did of worth and merit -- with passion and determination. It seems like it was just yesterday that a group of friends and myself were in the area referred to as "the jungle" in the old stadium rooting the Coach and his teams on. Everything changes as evidenced by our stadium, the coaches, and the teams. Here's to you and your 40 years of life on this earth -- throw out the first pitch in heaven Coach and we'll be rooting for you down here on earth. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Just remember, he's not lost, for we all know where he is now.
Jeff Wilson
July 18, 2006
Our Heavenly Father took home a great human being, one of his children, to be with Him in eternity. Thank Him for letting Keith be a part of so many lives along the way. Our prayers and condolences go to you the family.We all share in this loss. God bless you.
Rudy Coggins
July 18, 2006
As a Pirate alumni, coach LeClair's time and commitment won't be forgotten to ECU and the surrounding community. As a journalist who met LeClair when he was first named baseball coach at ECU, I know that God has found a great angel who epitomizes the word "class." May you rest in peace, Coach, and may God bless your family during this time of loss.
Chip ORear
July 18, 2006
To the LeClair Family,
Thank you so much for your families' countless contributions to the community of Greenville and East Carolina University! Your faith, perserverance and courage are, and will continue to be a positive influence on all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom & Patricia Wallis
July 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you the family
Charles Edwards
July 18, 2006
To the LeClair family, I did not know Coach LeClair at all, However my brother and sister-in-law are graduates of ECU, and attended many games at ECU. I was born and raised in Greenville, Through those connections I know that Coach LeClair loved ECU and the game of Baseball. May God continue to bless the family at this time. I know that "God is Still in Control" Hold on and put your trust in God.
Charles R. Edwards
Raleigh,NC
Garry and Monica Dudley
July 18, 2006
Our prayers and thoughts are with the LeClair family.
Elizabeth Taft
July 18, 2006
It will be hard for a little while,you can hold to the memories and to his legacy, He left you with memories of love, hope, and understanding. Believe stongly in GOD and everything will be all right. with my deepest sympathy. Ann Taft
Kim Edmondson
July 18, 2006
What a wonderful man. His bravery and courage set an example for all. Thanks for the memories, you will never be forgotten.
Greg Wilcox
July 18, 2006
Coach, thanks for being such a great ambassador for East Carolina. We were very fortunate to have shared time with you...
Whitey Martin
July 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Johnny "Class of '73" Nash
July 18, 2006
Never met Coach LeClair. Never spoke to him. But his life will forever be an inspiration to me and how I should live mine. The Lord above just welcomed home one heck of a baseball coach and obviously a fine person. Thanks 23.
Dan Scott
July 18, 2006
I was fortunate enough to be doing Clemson radio this year at Western Carolina when the Catamounts retired Keith's jersey. It was an emotional moment, as you might expect, especially when they wheeled Keith onto the field for the unveiling of the number. Knowing how close Keith and coach Leggett were, I was honored to be able to be a small part of that ceremony on the air that night. It is an evening I'll never forget.
Thoughts and prayers to the family, and the extended families at both ECU and WCU.
May your grief soon be exceeded by the wonderful memories of this fantastic gentleman.
Vann, Cathy, Christie & Curt Powell
July 18, 2006
Keith LeClair left an incredible legacy. ECU and our world is a better place because of his passion, his integrity,and his faith. Our prayers go out to the entire LeClair family.
Dean Beabout
July 18, 2006
The thoughts and prayers of my family go out to Coach LeClair's family. He was a great man and coach and will be sorely missed.
23=OMAHA
Curtis Ange
July 18, 2006
To the Family and Friends of Keith,
Keith inspired me throughout his years at ECU. The main thing he showed me was how to treat people, as family and friends.
I wish and aspire to be a person that lives like Keith.
With sympathy to a fellow Pirate family.
Carolyn Taylor
July 18, 2006
Only God knows how many people have been saved & will be in heaven because of Keith's testimony & unwavering faith. May God richly bless your family.
Geri Wright
July 18, 2006
To Coaches Family,
I had the great pleasure of working with Coach for a short time in 2005. In that short time he touched my life and heart in so many ways. I am saddened for the loss but grateful that he has gone to a beautiful place and will no longer have to suffer. His faith and courage are going to be remebered by all that knew him. I am so glad that I had a chance to know if him even only for that short time . Coach, thank you for showing me what faith in the Lord and my self are. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Barry Brickman
July 18, 2006
Keith is truly an inspiration. What a great man, husband, father and coach. I will never forget him and was blessed to have known him from working with him at ECU. I never once heard him complain about what he didn't have to run his program, he took what was given and made the most out of it, always looking out for his players and the program. It was indeed a pleasure to have known and worked with Keith. I will never forget # 23.
Bill Tew
July 18, 2006
Keith will be missed by all who wore purple and gold. I had the opportunity to talk with him through e-mail and we would go on about his Red Sox and other baseball news. He was one of the most knowlegable baseball people I ever knew. The thing is there are many who know baseball, but there are few who know how to coach and Keith was one of those few. He took a bunch of kids and fans and made them believe they could beat the big boys of college baseball. He made us proud winners and proud to say "East Carolina". Keith will live on not just as the guy who made us winners, but the guy who showed us how to live in the face of adversity. He was a man of courage and I'm proud to have known him. Rest well good Pirate.
Jamie and (Allen) Rose
July 18, 2006
Mrs. LeClair my deepest sympathy goes out to you, the chidren and family of Mr. LeClair for your lost. My prays goes out to you and your family
David Carraway
July 18, 2006
Coach - You blessed me in way I can never say! My God continue to bless your family and the Pirate Nation!
Cindy Boyd
July 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you and watch over you in the days to come!
Harry Albritton Sr.
July 18, 2006
Deepest Regrets
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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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.
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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.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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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.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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