God bless Leah and her family. She was such a special person to my granddaughters, my son and his wife, Jeff, Pam, Chelsea and Mckenzie. She will be so missed. You are all in my prayers.

Holly H.

When I graduated high school, Leah became my best friend. We spent hours together. We were always laughing and having a good time. I remember that when we had to be serious, she was very easy to talk to and she knew she could talk to me. She was my sister, she will always be my sister. I am very sad to know that she is not with us. I will miss her so much.

This was a shock,and so sorry to hear of her passing. I have fond memories of my daughter and Leah pioneering. I loved her and I look forward to seeing her in Jehovah's new world. I know believed in the ressection of the righteous and the unrighteous. Family one and all hold on to that hope.

May your soul rest in peace my friend. Your love, laughter and life will remain forever in my heart. My condolences to the family.

I cannot share only one memory, it would be impossible to pick just one joyful moment with Leah. Leah loved her family above all, her daycare families were also in her hearts every day as well as her friends, there is nothing Leah would not do for anyone. She always had a smile, a laugh, a positive spin or remark for every sad thing that might be happening in someone's life. She was a remarkable, positive, amazing friend, mom, grandmother and wife. David, Bri, Nicholas and Leah Sienna, you are all in my heart, my prayers, and every tear is a reminder of a hug or laugh or memory for Leah. There were so many good times coming too, and she will be missed so very much. Your family is in my prayers, every day. Silver Dollar City won't be the same without her visits.

Steve and I knew from the moment we met her she was the one to care for our child. Her smile and laugh were so contagious. She was our angel sent from Heaven to care for our little Seth. We always knew he was safe and well cared for if he was with Leah. We will miss her smile and her voice. She welcomed everyone into her home. She even cared for our 4 legged furry family members when we needed her. Heaven has the best childcare provider there is. We will never forget all the love she gave. We will miss her so dearly. As Seth says "she helped raise me."Much love and sympathy to David, Brie and Nick. Seth (Sethie), Steve and Diane Murphy

Leah, one of my dearest, funniest, most upholding friends I've ever had. It is an instinct to pick up the phone and call you. It will bring me to tears every time I have to stop myself. You are truly one person that touched so many lives in such a positive way, and I picture and can hear your laughter while looking at this picture above. My condolences and heartfelt sympathy go out to David, Brie, Nick, and baby Sienna Leah. You all made her heart and her life complete. She could have never asked for more.

Leah will be missed by many! We will always remember her warm smile and huge heart! Heaven gained a beautiful Angel. Thoughts and prayers with David, Brianna, and Nick during this difficult time.

We have known Leah for 17 years this month. She cared for my sons now 17 and 13. She was their third parent and I undoubtedly owe her for love and guidance that went beyond her daycare obligation and helped my sons become the persons that they are. Leah was a model of compassion and kindness and the world is less without her. We will all miss her mothering, generosity, tenderness, cheer, listening ear, and peanut butter balls. I hope she knew how much she was loved by us. Brian, Melissa, Noah, & Max

Leah was a wonderful person, she loved her family and was so sweet. She was always thinking of others and delighted in giving to others. My prayers are with her family.

Being neighbors with you, and seeing your smile as you walked your kids down the street. You can see you had the passion working with young children. Your smile will be missed as well as your love for children. heaven has gained an angel. My thoughts are with the family.

Laurie

I shared lots of ideas that keep us in the childrens business. Leah always would smile and say hello each time we would meet at our conventions and classes. I sure will miss her smile. This comes as a shock and to this moment as I type I still cant have it in me that she is gone. I will miss her. Love and prayer goes out to the family.

As I continue this journey without you, I will give to others what you gave to me. Love, selflessness and kindness. You'll never know what you meant to me dear friend. I love you.

Leah you'll be missed. I love you. Heaven gained another angel.