Leann Clark
- October 6, 1960 - May 21, 2012
- Houston, Texas
of Leann's Passing
- Memorials may be directed to Leann Clark Memorial Fund.
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I am shocked hearing that Leann has passed and I didn't know!!! She and I worked together at Looper Reed years ago when she first had breast cancer and she and I became close during that time. She told me of her dreams to have her horse ranch and when I saw her a couple of years ago, she had gotten her dream ranch!! I was so proud and happy and excited for her!!! She did it!! She invited me
Posted by: Candy Cambron - Houston, TX - Friend/Co-Worker Jun 13, 2012
Janice, So sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter Leann. I enjoyed viewing the slide show and was impressed by her accomplishments. God Bless you and your family. My condolences, Ruth Richards
Posted by: Ruth Richards - Clarinda, IA - Friend Jun 08, 2012
Leann loved life. She always had a smile on her face. I will miss her.
Posted by: Carl Jerome - Houston, TX Jun 07, 2012
All of our thoughts and prayers are with each of you today. I viewed all of the memory pictures; read the many memory/candle messages and felt inspired by Leann's love of life. Her smile brought sunshine to so many. I hope knowing how she brightened and touched so many lives brings you some comfort in the days ahead.
Posted by: Robert & Kathy Oetken - Apache Junction, AZ May 30, 2012
I was so shocked & saddened by the news of Leann's passing. We met in 7th grade when all the members of the class were united into one big class & she has remained one of my best friends from the class! Her wonderful smile & great attitude will always be in my heart. No one could ask for a better friend (& sometimes "partner in crime")! Heaven has received a very special angel & I'm sure she will have the whole place dancing the night away!
Love you Leann! May you forever ride like the wind.....
Posted by: Bonny Buch Williams - Braddyville, IA - Friend & Classmate of 1979 May 30, 2012
Leann was closer to me then my own sister at one time. I remember one of the last times we were together. She said I think there is more out there for me then just being a farmer's wife. As you can see from the pictures she went for it. the path was not always easy but she had the drive to make things happen. We hadn't spoken in years, but she was always in my thoughts one of those
Posted by: Kim (Fisher) Shirley - Pleasantville , IA - Old friend May 29, 2012
Our prayers or with the family at this and she will be in our heart for ever.
Posted by: Marilyn and Mike Givens - Houston, TX - friend May 29, 2012
Sorry fot your loss. She always had a good smile and she will be greatly missed.
Posted by: kent gage - villisca, IA - friend May 28, 2012
When I think of Leann the song "The Dance" comes to mind because Leann lived life on her terms. I will remember the great times we had together including our first George Strait concert. Leann always had a smile on her face and sunshine in her voice. That voice has been silenced forever but I for one will never forget it. God only takes the best and I will miss my cousin and friend for the rest of my days. Rest in peace my big ray of sunshine.
Janeen Trujillo, Clarinda
Posted by: Janeen Trujillo - Clarinda, IA - cousin May 26, 2012
I remember many nights dancing in Clarinda and the various bars. So envious of how well she danced I know she will be missed by many
Posted by: Marci Muller-Fuller - Allison, IA - friend May 26, 2012
I'll never forget bus 8 and the memories after school. Or being a cheerleader with Leann. So sorry for your loss. Susan Baer
Posted by: Susan Baer (Suzette Nicks) - Clarinda, IA - classmate May 25, 2012
BEAUTIFUL SMILE !!!! That's what I always thought whenever I'd see and talk with Leeann . One of those smiles that would just make you feel better ..... So much fun to be around also. I remember one time she was home for Memorial Day and we were visiting at the Hawleyville cemetary , she was telling me how no one in Texas drove a 4 wheel drive truck. We laughed and laughed at what a silly concept that
Posted by: Kathy Hakes - New Market , IA - friend May 25, 2012
I am deeply saddened to hear the tragic news about dear Leann. Though I didn't know her as well as many others did, I know of her love of life and her friendly nature. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone at Looper Reed and all of Leann’s friends and family at this very sad time.
Posted by: Kay Finch - Houston, TX - Former Co-Worker May 25, 2012
I was so sorry and saddened to hear of Leann's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this time of loss.
Posted by: Joy Cox - Shellsburg, Iowa - Classmate May 25, 2012
15 years ago I made an excellent hire when I added Leann Clark to the LRM employee roster. She was extremely organized, efficient, smart, dependable and could work incredible overtime hours. She was perfect for the position and a true asset to the firm. We all loved Leann and she will be sorely missed as an excellent employee and a true friend to all. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
Posted by: Judy Graham - Lumberton, TX - Friend and Co-worker May 25, 2012
So many memories, I had with Miss Leann. They all make me smile. From track to the Drive-in theatre to Scooping the loop. There are so many. I remember her sneaking out of the window of the house and coming to town. She was a good friend and we had good times. I will always cherish those. After she went to Texas I only saw her a few times, but we just picked up where we left off. Rest easy, my friend, and know that you were loved by so many. :)
Posted by: Sandy Herzberg - Clarinda, IA - High School friend May 24, 2012
I met Leann through a friend from Wahoo, Nebraska in the late 1980s. We logged many miles between trips to our families' homes and staying with friends. We sometimes ventured a bit furter... a Caribian cruise and even a trip to Germany. We always had fun and it usually meant we would take along our boot scoot'n clothes for a dance. One such trip was to my Dad's home town for the Durant Polka Fest. Leann had the band playing
Posted by: Jane "PJ" Daufeldt - Muscatine, IA - Friend for over 20 years May 24, 2012
Leann was a dear friend of ours and we enjoyed dancing together at the Corrall. The fun of traveling to different city to dance for crouds of people. I still have the picture of all of us at he Iowa State Fair when we danced there. We put a lot of miles on our boots dancing. I hadn't seen Leann for many years but thought of her often and hoped that she was still as happy as last time I
Posted by: Bill and Christy Osborn - Tulsa, OK - friends from Clarinda, Iowa May 24, 2012
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies at this time to Leann's family and friends. May she light up the heavens with her smile. Keeping them all in my prayers and that Heavenly Father give you the strength and courage to carry on. She will always be remembered for her happy and loving smile!! She is our Angel now and is resting in peace with God's loving arms around her. Rest In Peace Leann!!
Posted by: Jackie Landers - Birmingham, AL - Friend and Classmate May 24, 2012
Leann, a very high spirited fun loving person, showed nothing but great poise and professionalism in what she loved to do best. She and Michelle have been riding for us since 2006 and we have all become very good friends in the arena and out. We feel blessed to have had Leann in our lives and have many memories we can share.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Leann's family and friends. Her smile and laughter has touched many lives.
We have truly lost a good friend from our rodeo family in Texas...she will be greatly missed.
Posted by: James, Keith & Julie Miller - Santa Fe, TX - National Pro Bull Riders Assoc. May 24, 2012
Leann was one of the sweetest persons I've come to know and I am saddened by her loss but happy that she is in now in the Lord's hands. I don't remember ever seeing Leann without that beautiful smile on her face. Her presence will be missed but she will forever remain in our hearts and in our memories.
Posted by: Alma Rivas - Houston, TX - Co-Worker May 24, 2012
It was truly a blessing to work with Leann for the past 14 years. Her warm and friendly smile will be greatly missed at LRM every day. We lost a great woman, but heaven gained an angel!
Posted by: Krista Harris - Lake Jackson, TX - Friend and co-worker May 24, 2012
I would just like to say I am so sorry and deeply saddened to hear of LeAnn's passing. She truly was an ANGEL on earth and was always so nice and warm every time we met. I always couldn't help but smile when ever I seen her. She just had such a warm gentleness about her when she was around people. R.I.P LeAnn you will be greatly missed and were always loved by so many.
Posted by: DJ - TX May 24, 2012
Leann was always such a bright spirit and she will be greatly missed by all those lives she touched. I know she is sharing her laughter and positive spirit with all the angels in Heaven. If horses go to heaven, my vision is that Leann is surrounded by beautiful horses, having a great ride with a smile on her face and the wind at her back.
Posted by: Karen Russell Williams - Houston, TX - Friend May 24, 2012
My deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers go out to all of Leann's family and friends. She truly is in the Lord's hands and is suffering no more. God bless you all.
Posted by: Diane Arnette - Houston, TX - co-worker May 24, 2012
So sorry for your loss. You have had quite a time lately. May God watch over all of you.
Posted by: Julie Robinson - Bedford, IA - Jayne's classmate May 24, 2012
Leann was such a bright light in my life and I will miss her guiding presence so very much. She was a wonderful person to everyone she met and always had a smile on her face that was so genuine. We have been close friends for 17 years and it is hard to imagine the future without her in it, but I am so very glad she is no longer in any pain. She is in God's hands and I
Posted by: Laura Cejka - Omaha, NE - Ex Co-Worker and Longtime Friend May 24, 2012
I am saddened by the loss of Leann. I have known her since grade school and even though we may not have kept in touch as closely through the years-I will always be proud to say she was a friend of mine.
Posted by: Pam Williams - Clarinda, IA - friend May 24, 2012
I remember alot of things about Leann....like being in first grade and wanting eyeglasses so bad because she had them! (Lucky me...I had to get them in third grade!!) And then being a flaggirl together and detasselling corn and scooping the loop and later the country dancing phase after graduation. She was always so nice to everyone. A wonderful person who's life ended way too soon. I wish she would have let some of us know. My sympathy goes out to her family.
Denise Weil
CHS Class of '79
Posted by: Denise Weil - Marshalltown, IA - Friend/classmate May 24, 2012
I am sorry for the loss Of Leann. She was always a delight to be around and had an amazing effect and touched lives of so many folks. She will be remembered for her kindness and goodwill towards others.She will be missed!
Ed Collins
Posted by: Ed Collins - The Woodlands Texas, TX - friend May 24, 2012
My heart goes out to Leann's family. She brought smiles to so many faces. She will be missed by many friends, both four & two legged. Happy trails my friend we will meet up again, Linda Mac
Posted by: Linda McNeilly - Houston, TX - Friend & Catalena Cowgirl May 23, 2012
Jayne and family,
I'm so sorry to learn of Leann's passing. My heartfelt sympathies. I have fond memories of us all riding the bus together and seeing her with the horses at the fair. I pray God's loving embrace comforts each of you.
Kristine
Posted by: Kristine (Hughes) Price - Tarkio, MO May 23, 2012
Leann was beautiful inside and out. She was a very sincere person and kind to anyone who crossed her path. She was devoted whole heartedly to her animals. She has left an imprint on my life and she will most certainly be missed. May you rest in peace now my equine friend.
Posted by: Kelli Kray - TX - Previous Co-Worker May 23, 2012
Nothing prepares you for news of this magnitude. I am deeply saddened for the family and, I know first hand that family meant everything to Leann. I am honored that I had the privilege of having her friendship for 18 years, which began at a law firm in Grand Island, Nebraska. Very people can say that their dreams are fulfilled, but I witnessed this beautiful young woman's dreams come to fruition. While I know that my best friend is in
Posted by: Cindy Garroutte - West Des Moines, IA - Best Friend May 23, 2012
We are thinking of you and you are in our prayers..Our sympathy to all your family
- Clarinda, IA - Classmate of Janice May 23, 2012
A wise man, whom Leann and I knew well, once told me our lives were like a target. The older we got, the less circles we'd have, but the remaining circles are filled with the greatest loves and best of friends. I lost a beautiful circle but I know she'll be joining that wise man and that is comforting. I'll miss you LJC.
- Sugar Land, TX - Friend May 23, 2012
LeAnn was a dear friend and co-worker of mine for the past 12 years. She loved the Astros as much, if not more, than I, and we would always go to games together. We would both bring a change of clothes and leave them in our cars when the Astros were in town, so if anybody offered us tickets, we could just change and go. I will miss my Astro buddy more than words can say. Rest in the Lord's arms LeAnn, and know that you will be dearly missed.
Posted by: Rae Lynn Cuddihy - Katy, TX - Co-Worker and Friend May 23, 2012
We here at Looper Reed & McGraw lost a very special person when Leann left us. For 15 years we all could count on her smile and cheerful attitude. I also lost a treasured friend. Rest in peace my dear sweet friend.
Posted by: Connie Hill - Houston, TX - Friend and Colleague May 23, 2012
Leann and I worked together, and she was unfailingly professional and friendly at all times. You could not ask for a better co-worker. And I enjoyed hearing the stories of her life "out in the country". She loved her place and all of the animals. She will be missed by me and by all of her Looper Reed buddies.
Posted by: Terry Sabom - Houston - friend May 23, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to Leann's family and friends during this time. Please know that she is in the arms of our loving God now and smiling down on all of us.
Posted by: Joann Horton - Quinlan, TX - Co-Worker May 23, 2012
My deepest condolences to Leann's family. LRM has truly lost an amazing woman, and God has taken an angel on earth from all of us. God Bless you all.
Posted by: Suzy Langley - Royse City, TX - co-worker May 23, 2012
i was completely heartbroken to get the phone call that my favorite cousin had passed. leann was such a big hearted woman. just the other day she had made the comment to my mother that "our" little girl had grown up when she recieved a photo of my newborn son. there are way too many memories of her to share. i hate the she was taken so soon but god chose a true angel to be by his side! we love you leann and you will forever be missed
Posted by: lacey braymen-foehring - neligh , NE - cousin May 23, 2012
I am so saddened and shocked to hear of the loss of such an amazing person. Leann has been a cowgirl sister to many of us and I smile thinking of the good times we all shared while she was here on earth. Rest in peace my friend.
Posted by: Carol Haley - Spring , TX - cowgirl sister May 23, 2012
I am so saddened and shocked to hear of the loss of such an amazing person. Leann has been a cowgirl sister to many of us and I smile thinking of the good times we all shared while she was here on earth. Rest in peace my friend.
Posted by: Carol Haley - Spring , TX - cowgirl sister May 23, 2012
I am sorry to hear about Leeann, there is no words to express how much she will be missed. In our prayers.
Posted by: Lee Ann Albertson - Graham, MO - sister in law to Troy Clark May 23, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the many family and friends. She will be missed.
Posted by: Vicki Brown - Clarinda, IA - Class Mate May 23, 2012
This just sounds so much like Leann, I felt it should be shared. You are loved by many and will be missed by all. My sympathy to all of her loved ones and friends during this time of sorrow. God speed!
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free,
I'm following paths God made for me
I took his hand, I heard him call
Then turned, and bid farewell to all
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to sing, to play
Tasks
Posted by: Conni Meyer - Tomball, TX - Catalena Cowgirls/Friend May 23, 2012
Words can not express my sadness at your loss.... Leann was a good friend, a great neighbor, and a cowgirl to the core.... She will be greatly missed. Green pastures await her
Posted by: Trey Duhon - Waller, TX May 23, 2012
I was very sorry to see that Leann passed away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. I did not see her much after high school but when I did she will always had the same pleasant personality and a smile on her face.
Posted by: Dick Stipe - Glenwood, IA - classmate/friend May 23, 2012
I was shocked to hear of Leann's passing. I will always remember the life she added to the party when she would come home to visit from Texas. We always looked forward to her presence and the stories she had to share. Craig, Kendra and the rest of the family~know that you are in my thoughts as you go through this most difficult time in your lives. Lean on friends and family to get you through the grief. Leann will
Posted by: Wendy Hiser - Shenandoah, IA - Friend May 23, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Leann's passing. I have been gone from the area for a very long time, but still recall how sweet and kind she always was to me. Prayers to you.
Posted by: Dawn Malone - Albuquerque, NM - Friend from high school May 23, 2012
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies at this time to Leann's family and friends. May she light up the heavens with her smile. Keeping all in my prayers that Heavenly Father give you the strength and courage to carry on.
Posted by: Terri L Cross Spencer - Brookfield, MO - Former School Classmate May 23, 2012
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Leann. My heart hurts for those who knew and loved her. What a beautiful, sweet lady she was, and I am blessed to have known her and to ride with her. I know she is above doing what she loves and looking down on all of us with that beautiful smile. May your heavenly life be grand Leann. Love and Prayers.
Ashley
Posted by: Ashley Boehme - Helotes, TX - Catalena Cowgirls May 22, 2012
Leann touched the hearts of many people including mine. My sympathy goes to all her family and friends during their time of grief. She will be missed deeply. Heaven has a new dancing angel and I look forward to the day when I will see her again. Love you Leann.
Posted by: David Rosier - Kurten, TX - Friend May 22, 2012
I'm so sorry for the loss of Leann she had a very special place in my heart and will be missed by many. May she ride in the heavens for ever.She was a great lady and friend I will miss her.
Posted by: Tony Givens - Waller, TX - Friend May 22, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Leann's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.
Posted by: Diane Compton-Milleson-Kimpton - Clarinda, IA May 22, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Leann's passing. She was a very dear friend of mine and I am going to miss her very much. To her family...I am very sorry for your loss, but know that Leann's presence in this world did make a difference for the better for everyone who knew her. She will be missed.
Posted by: Steve Endsley - Katy, TX - Friend May 22, 2012
Janice & Family, Was so sorry to hear of Leann's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers. Cherish all of the wonderful memories you have.
Posted by: Janet Tribolet - Bedford, IA - long time friend May 22, 2012
Janice & Family, Was so sorry to hear of Leann's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers. Cherish all of the wonderful memories you have.
Posted by: Janet Tribolet - Bedford, IA - long time friend May 22, 2012






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