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Wilma Cleek Obituary

Wilma Jean Cleek, 80, of Lawrence, KS died Monday, March 12, 2012 at the Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Thursday, March 15, at the Lawrence Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 12:30 - 1:30 pm Thursday at the Chapel Oaks Lawrence Funeral chapel. Mrs. Cleek was born September 16, 1931 in Lawrence, KS and was a lifelong resident. She was a home maker. She is survived by her husband, Leonard P. Cleek, Sr. of the home. Five children, Virginia Smith, Barbara Henderson, Velma Riley, Jacolyn K. Miller and Leonard P. Cleek, Jr. all of Lawrence, KS. Her sister, Maxine Gallagher of Lawrence, KS. 10 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren. Online condolences may be expressed at www.chapeloaksne.com. (Arrangements; Chapel Oaks Lawrence Funeral Chapel, 841-3822)

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Mar. 14, 2012.

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Robin & Joe Smart and Family

March 14, 2012

Sorry to hear about aunt Wilma she was a very caring person and always found a way to help people in need regardless of what it took. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Sorry I could not be there for you in your time of need.

ricky freeman

March 14, 2012

aunt wilma and uncle jack was alway's there when ever anyone needed a helping hand .they took me in when i was down on my luck,you will alway's be in my heart and memories.

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