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William Leahew Obituary
67 of Baldwin City, KS passed away peacefully, Friday, January 15, 2016 at his home.
Bill was born October 19, 1948 in Cherryvale, KS the son of Robert and Martha (Clegg) Leahew. He attended schools in Cherryvale, KS and graduated from Cherryvale High School, Class of 1967.
Bill was united in marriage to Connie Jo Foster on October 11, 1973 in Cherryvale, KS. They later divorced.
Bill worked as a Journeyman/Lineman for over twenty-eight years retiring with West Star Energy, Lawrence, KS. He was a member of I.E.B.W. Local 304. Bill enjoyed hunting and fishing; KU Basketball; and spending time with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Bill is survived by two sons, Daniel Leahew and wife Sarah of Eudora, KS and Michael Leahew and wife Lindsay of Olathe, KS; a daughter, Rebecca Leahew of Baldwin City, KS; a brother, Robert Leahew and wife Nancy of Ottawa, KS; three sisters, Janette Hawkinson of Charlotte, NC, Wilma Beck of Neodesha, KS and Doris Reasoner and husband Kenny of Lawrence, KS; and four grandchildren.
To celebrate Bill's life, the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, January 21, 2016 at Lighthouse Baptist Church, 700 Chapel Street, Baldwin City, KS 66006. Cremation will follow. Condolences may be sent to family through www.lamb-roberts.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Gayle Forrester bell
September 7, 2016
My condolences to the family.
Candice Drake Shepard
January 25, 2016
Connie and Rebecca,
I am so sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Candice Drake Shepard
Dan Koehler Family
January 21, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Bill for about 16 years at Westar Energy in Lawrence. He was a good lineman, enjoyed his work and was someone we all appreciated working alongside. We will certainly miss him.
Dave Shockley
January 21, 2016
RIP Bill
January 20, 2016
Joe & Bonnie Leahew (Broken Arrow, Ok)
( Brother )
M. Lindeman
January 20, 2016
Rest in peace my friend.
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