In loving memory of

Leland Loghry
September 1, 1929 - March 23, 2013

Leland Lloyd Loghry was born on September 1, 1929 in Hepburn, Iowa, the son of John and Lena (Burns) Loghry. He passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Eiler House in Clarinda, Iowa at the age of 83 years, 6 months and 22 days.

Leland moved to Shenandoah as a child and graduated from Shenandoah High School in 1948. Upon graduating, Leland joined the United States Navy and served in the Korean War.

He married Evelyn Green on April 8, 1951 in Blockton, Iowa. This union was blessed with six children; Bill, Linda, Beverly, Kathy, Larry and Dianne.

Leland lived most of his life on the farm. Besides farming, he worked various jobs including construction and Eatons Corporation from which he retired.

Since retiring, Leland enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed caring for his farm animals, gardening and was actively involved in the Shenandoah Assembly of God Church. He volunteered at the Coin Library, served on the Coin City Council and mowed lawns for elderly widows.

Leland was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lena; his sister Haroldene; and his brothers Harold, Leo and Virgil. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Evelyn Loghry of Coin, Iowa, children; Bill Loghry and wife Trish of St. George, Utah, Linda Woolsey and husband Bill of Clarinda, Iowa, Beverly Loghry of Nashville, Tennessee, Kathy Hall and husband Dave of Farragut, Iowa, Larry Loghry and wife Jacque of Maryville, Missouri and Dianne Nespory and husband Mike of Platte City, Missouri, 19 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren, sister Nina Cristofano and husband Dan of Denver, Colorado, brother Eldon Loghry and wife Norma of Thurman, Iowa, and along with numerous other relatives and friends.

May God grant comfort and strength to those who mourn his loss.

Tributes

Cindy Dyke wrote on Apr 6, 2013:

"Leland worked with me at Eaton Corp in Security. He had the dryest sense of humor and would just crack me up!! I will miss you Leland! "

Ron and Cheryl Dukes wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"May our precious Lord wrap you in His Loving Arms during this time. Linda wish I was close to give you a hug and Kathy tell Sally to hug you for me--Evelyn thank you for always opening your heart and home when we visited. "

Dwain and Bettie Dobbs & Jennifer J. Dobbs wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"You all have our sincere condolances. It will be difficult not running into him all over Shen and Clarinda. I do not remember not knowing him and I think the folks met him soon after they moved up here. We will miss him. "

Ed/Barbara Blank wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"I cherish the time Ed and I spent with you and you all made us feel like part of your family.. You will be missed, dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you . "

Vickie & David Skinner wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"Our prays and thoughts go out to the Loghry family.I've only known Leland for a short time while working the texaco station,here in shen. He always had a sense of humor and a joke to tell me.going to miss his smile and laugh!god bless the entire family."

Barb Ginger wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"Kathy: So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My condolences to you and your Mom."

Gary and Janice Pitt wrote on Mar 26, 2013:

"Evelyn and family: We are saddened at Leland's passing, but know he has just gone ahead. Leland was a Godly man and we trust that he is now with the LORD. We ask for comfort for you in this time of his passing. Please know we love you and miss you so much and if we could send hugs, they would be on their way. "

Jeri Nielsen wrote on Mar 25, 2013:

"Evelyn, I wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. I enjoyed visiting with Leland the last time I left some books for the library. "

Shirley Ann Crocker wrote on Mar 25, 2013:

"You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. God be with you all at this sad time. Shirley Ann Crocker and family"

Steve & Toy Oliver wrote on Mar 25, 2013:

"Dear friends, I'm so sorry to hear of Leland's passing. Our families have always been linked through friendship & God. Now Leland can sit on the porch & have coffee with Mom, Dad & Lyle. God Bless you all with peace that passes understanding. Love always, Toy "

Roscoe J Schooling wrote on Mar 25, 2013:

"Evelyn I'm sorry to hear about Leland's passing. May god be with you."

Hank Lehman Family wrote on Mar 25, 2013:

"We were so sorry to hear of Lelands passing. He will always be the Candy Man to our family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers."

Debbie Wheeler wrote on Mar 24, 2013:

"Evelyn and family; I would like to extend my condolences to all of you. Leland was a very special man, and I will never forget the fun I had when I was a teen and he taught me how to ride horses. He had a special smile about him and you knew he was up to something. He is in the arms of Jesus, and up there talking with my Dad! I love you Evelyn, and I am praying for all of you! Debbie (Maxwell) "

Richard Wagaman wrote on Mar 24, 2013:

"I would like to extend my sincere condolencies to the Loghry family during this difficult period.I did work on thier new home in Coin when they built it and always enjoyed visiting with Leland.He was a good christian man and served his God well."

Sherry Skinner wrote on Mar 24, 2013:

"Uncle Leland was not only a great father and grandfather but he was a great uncle to..You will be missed by all who new and loved you..Love your niece Sherry.."