In loving memory of

Lezlie F. Claude
October 29, 1952 - October 16, 2014

Lezlie Faye Claude, 61, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family. A gathering of friends and family will be from 2:00- 4:00 p.m. Sunday October 19, 2014 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way. A celebration of life funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday October 20, 2014 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care. Burial will take place at Ames Municipal Cemetery following the service.
Lezlie was born October 29, 1952 to Philip and Winona Moe in Ames. She graduated from Roland-Story High School. Lezlie worked 39 years at Mary Greeley Medical Center in Environmental Services. Lezlie enjoyed traveling to Texas, going to rock & gem shows as well as craft shows. She loved gardening and especially growing African Violets and Orchids. She was a fan of the San Diego Chargers and NASCAR driver, Bobby Labonte. She found great joy in spending time with her family and grandchildren. She spent a lot of time playing games and doing puzzles with her grandchildren.
Lezlie is survived by her husband, Dennis; daughter, Angela Claude and Josh Samuelson; 2 grandchildren, Tabitha and Liliana Samuelson; her mother, Winona Moe; 2 brothers, Darren Moe and Kevin Moe; a sister, Coezette and Larry Berg; two sister-in-laws, Nancy Steffa and Dolores and Orvy Hauge.
She is preceded in death by her father, father- in- law, and mother- in- law.
Memorials may be directed to the Ames or Story County Animal Shelter or an Animal Shelter of your choice.
Online condolences may be directed to www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com

Tributes

Mindy Wendt wrote on Oct 20, 2014:

"My thoughts and prayers are with Lezlie's family and friends during this difficult time. I will miss Lezlie and her friendly personality, and cherry smile and greeting, she is missed. "

Jeannie and Allan Samson wrote on Oct 19, 2014:

"Coe,Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ."

Kathy and Knut Morken wrote on Oct 19, 2014:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you Coe and your family, Debi will be a mother hen over her. My heart goes out to you always."

Carol Soy wrote on Oct 18, 2014:

"You are to young for this to take your life. So sorry friend. May you rest in peace. We will meet again some day. "

Wes, Angela, Zoe, Layne, and Zayleigh Moler wrote on Oct 18, 2014:

"Lezlie-lady you are loved by so many. Watch over your grand kids because I know who much you love those girls. We will all keep your memory alive."

K.H. wrote on Oct 18, 2014:

"Lezlie had one of those faces that you never saw not smiling. No matter how bad a day you were having she was happy as can be and always put a smile on your face. She will be missed. I just want her family to know how much she meant to everybody at the Mary Greeley family and how amazing she was!"

Beth wrote on Oct 18, 2014:

"Dear friend and co-worker, You were always quick with a smile and a laugh. And we had plenty on 3 south and in ACS. May you rest in peace now. Love ya"

Penni Vary wrote on Oct 18, 2014:

"you were to young ,I can't believe you are gone.so sad for your Family my heart goes out to them Prayers from me to you."

Joyce and John Meyers wrote on Oct 17, 2014:

"You will be missed by many...and I am so thankful for that we had our times to share life and happiness...love you and will miss you so much!"

Coco-Moe wrote on Oct 17, 2014:

"My Sister, my Best Friend. You and Debi have fun without me and I will see you as soon as I can. I love you so much. "

Sherry wrote on Oct 17, 2014:

"You will forever be missed."