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Leonard Heath Obituary
Leonard Harold Heath born on May 3, 1923 in Carlstadt, N.J. was called home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2011. He married the love of his life Carol Cannon Heath August 31, 1946. Leonard retired from the Air Force after serving 21 years at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Many of his military years were spent as a pilot who flew to far and near world destinations. He graduated from The Municipal University of Omaha with a degree in General Education and Trinity University with a Master's in Education. Leonard was a dedicated educator and administrator at Lanier High School for 18 years who impacted many students' lives. He was an active member of the Windcrest United Methodist Church since 1966 serving as Head Usher for over 20 years, Builders Class, and a long-time United Methodist Men member. Leonard enjoyed coaching the Little League team for his son and other activities with his children. He also volunteered to be a driver for cancer patients for a number of years. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents Elsie Heath Prezioso and Levy Heath, daughter Lisa M. Heath, and brother, Bill Heath. Leonard is survived by his wife Carol, and children Cherie Davis (Jeff), Linda Varvarovsky (Butch), Michael Heath (Laura), and Laurie Taylor (Darryl). The grandchildren include Lacy Alison (Pactole), Sabrina Varvarovsky, Ryan Varvarovsky, Jesse Martinez (Kristin), Katie Taylor, Jenna Taylor, four great-grandchildren, sister Dolores Albach and brother Patrick Prezioso. Leonard was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Brighter Days Horse Refuge, 682 Krause Rd., Pipe Creek, Texas 78063. Visitation will be held Monday, January 2, 2012 from 6PM to 8PM at Sunset Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 9:30AM at Sunset Funeral Chapel. He will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park. To offer condolences, go to www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com.
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Kathe Holley
January 22, 2012
Mr. Heath was an adminstrator during my first years at Lanier. He was such a honest and pleasant gentleman. Always there to help with the success of any of his teachers and students. He will be fondly remembered my entire life.
Pam Center
January 22, 2012
I was a teacher at Lanier HS for 31 years and knew Mr. Heath as a kind, considerate teacher and dean. My deepest condolences to his family. Take comfort in knowing he helped many students and teachers and that he is remembered fondly.
Vicki Sengele
January 13, 2012
Despite all of his military experience and rank, Mr. Heath was always so genuine and kind to all of us. We will miss him.
Johnny & Bebe Ramos
January 5, 2012
Mike and Laura,
Sorry for your loss , just reading the guest book tells me how much he was loved. Our prayers are with you and the rest of the family
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Manuela Garcia
January 4, 2012
Mr. Heath was a very likeable person at Lanier and as for myself and my 1971 classmates we will miss him dearly. He was a kind and understanding teacher and we all loved him. On behave of the Class of 1971 we wish to say to the family that we are with you and our prayers will be for you all and for Mr Heath for God now has a great teacher up there in heaven with him. The Class of 1971 is with the family and we feel your lost.
love Manuela (Nellie) Garcia class of '71
Mariana Lozano
January 3, 2012
My most sincere condolences for Mrs. Heath and family. I remember Mr. Heath as a GENTLE man with a good heart and a warm smile. Mariana Gonzales Lozano
Sidney Lanier Class of 1974
Liz Zamarripa Saenz
January 3, 2012
“To Sir With Love”
Mr. Leonard H. Heath was my teacher/advisor at Sidney Lanier High School (Class of '71). I would like to thank you for sharing your husband/father with us, the students at Lanier. I am sure he could easily have taught at a school closer to home. Instead he chose to trek his way to our inner city school where he was much needed, appreciated and made a difference in many students' lives. I recall him dearly, as a gentle soul. Back then, you could often find my silly best friends and I, gleefully singing from the bottom of our hearts “To Sir With Love” in honor of him. I will treasure those memories always.
“Que en paz descanse”
Susanna (Susie) Rodriguez, RN
January 3, 2012
My sincere condolences to the entire Heath family. I was fortunate to be in Mr. Heath's homeroom from the 7th grade (Lanier Jr. High) through the 12th grade (Lanier High). I knew him as a caring, respectful and gentle man that wanted to make a difference in the lives of students in the Lanier community. His leadership, guidance, direction and inspiration taught me that I could be anything I wanted in life. This, along with my mother's advice, helped me to achieve my goal. Mr. Heath always stressed the need to work diligently for what we all wanted; as it was attainable. The impact Mr. Heath had on this 7th grader was unbelievable & God-sent! There was a song back then called, "To Sir With Love". It was about a very, very special teacher that influenced the lives of many students. It starts: "How do you thank someone who has taken you from crayons to perfume?" This song reminded all of my classmates of Mr. Heath. Now forty years after I graduated from Lanier, Mr. Heath continues to be a tremendous influence to me and many other Lanier graduates. He will live forever in our hearts. His enormous job on this earth is completed and he now enters eternal life. May he rest in peace........."To Sir With Love"...........Class of 1971.
Cheryl Maxwell
January 3, 2012
I send all my love and prayers to the family. I was a "sister" to Mike when we were in High School and just love this family. Always Cheryl Maxwell
Daniel Castaneda
January 3, 2012
Mr Heath was a wonderful caring man that I knew from my days at Lanier High School
We were truly blessed to have him in are are life. Class of 1978.
David cabello
January 2, 2012
To the family of Mr. Heath, my deepest condolences to the entire family. I was a student @ Lanier High School where he had a tremendous impact on my life, as well as that of many of my fellow classmates. I'm sure he will be sorely missed, but know that he will be in paradise with our Father in heaven. Blessings from The David Cabello (class of '83) family, Houston, TX
Margaret Martinez Lopez
January 2, 2012
My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Heath. My remembrance of him is of a very caring, gentle man toward the students of Lanier High School. May he rest in peace.
Class of 1980
Leticia Menchaca Cruz
January 2, 2012
I remember Mr. Heath from 1974 - 1978 at Sidney Lanier High School. He was a gentleman. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace. My condolences go out to all of his family.
Sincerely,
Leticia Menchaca Cruz
Lanier Class of 1978
Mark & Stella Garza Salas
January 2, 2012
Our condolences from Lanier class of 1977, my husband and i, to the family of Mr. Heath. The photo album posted by his family contains beautiful pictures of his life. Thank you for sharing it.
Ninfa Cantu
January 2, 2012
My deepest condolences on the lost of Mr. Heath. My prayers go out to the family. He was a great educator and very dedicated to the students of Lanier High School. Class of 74.
Teresa Martinez
January 2, 2012
Mr. Heath was such a wonderful person. From the Sidney Lanier Class of 1974, may you rest in peace.
Patricia Rodriguez
January 2, 2012
My condolence goes out to Mr.Heath's Family......He touched many kids lives at Sidney Lanier....He was always kind to all of us ..Mr. Heath Thanks for all you did for us in the Lanier Family Community......Class of 1983 Patricia Martinez Rodriguez
Mirta Cortez
January 2, 2012
My prayers go out to the family of Mr. Heath he will be missed. He was such a sweet person. On behalf of a student from Lanier High School Class of 1983. Go Voks Go!!
Sylvia Rodriguez
January 2, 2012
My condolences to the family ... thank you Mr Heath for your dedication to the students of Lanier High School. Class of 82
Ruben M. Martiinez Jr.
January 2, 2012
From one of his long time student from Lanier High School. You will be missed. God Bless You and Your family.
Class of 76 (73-76 Go Voks)
January 2, 2012
Mike and family, Sincere condolences for the lose your father.
Wayne and Diane Beeman
January 2, 2012
Mrs. Heath and Family:
Just wanted to offer our condolences on behalf of the Sidney Lanier (Class of 1972). Mr. Heath was a great leader and mentor to many students during the time my husband and I were at Lanier. May you and your children find comfort in knowing that he touched many lives.
God Bless You,
Yolanda and Manuel Escobar
2224 Fresno
San Antonio, TX 78201
Bob and Maureen Barnes
January 2, 2012
Dear Carol and Family, our deepest sympathy for your loss. It was a pleasure for us to know Len at church and faithfully seeing him in "usher uniform" at 9:30 service and supporting so many of the churches missions. May you find peace in the knowledge that he is now at rest with His Lord and Father. Blessings and prayers to you.
Jim Hatch
January 1, 2012
I remember Len as a member of the Builders Sunday School class. His health took him from us years ago but when he attended he was always complimentary of the lessons. He was a faithful follower. Will miss him.
Linda Juarez
January 1, 2012
Mr Heath was my school counselor back in 1978-1979 at Lanier H.S. He was a wonderful caring man & made a difference in my life..I had much respect for him. My heart & prayers goes out to his family.
Leslie & Barry Simich
January 1, 2012
Our condolences to the entire family. We have fond memories of Len, and will miss seeing him at the ARC.
Darr King, CMSgt, USAF (Ret)
January 1, 2012
Mike and Family, Sincere condolences and deepest sympathy in the loss of your much loved, Leonard. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terri Krenek
December 31, 2011
Mike & Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. Lifting you and your entire family up in prayer. God bless you all.
Suplick Family
December 31, 2011
Mike & Laura, We are so sorry for your loss. We know the pain you are going through and while we are happy there is no more suffering we selfishly wish they were still with us. Your Daddy sounds like he could have told some really great stories, I wish we could have known him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your entire family at this difficult time. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. We are lifting you up in prayer and remember you will all be together again one day. God bless you all.
December 30, 2011
Dear Carol and Family,
What wonderful care and love you all have given to Len in the past few years!! Len was blessed to have a wonderful family and you all were blessed to have a wonderful quiet husband, father and grandfather. May God hold you in the palm of his hand during the next few days as your have given him to a higher power and he is in a place where he will be made whole and well. I pray for peace and comfort for you, not just for today but in the weeks to come and you remember the great times you had together.
Eileen Lehmberg
Windcrest U.M.C.
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