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George Darrell Leeling

Birth	:	22 Jan 1934 Sioux County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	19 Mar 2016 Chadron, Dawes County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Crawford Cemetery, Crawford, Dawes County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.7181015, -103.4052963
Description	:	George Darrell Leeling was born in rural Sioux County, Nebraska, on January 22, 1934 to George and Bertha (Nortness) Leeling. He was raised on the family ranch, attended a little country school. George married Donita Mae Galbreath, the love of his life, on November 23, 1956, and to this union were born three children; Twila, Doug and Muffy. This last November George and Donita were blessed to celebrate 59 years of marriage. Over the years they watched their family grow to nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren... Read More	George Darrell Leeling was born in rural Sioux County, Nebraska, on January 22, 1934 to George and Bertha (Nortness) Leeling. He was raised on the family ranch, attended a little country school. George married Donita Mae Galbreath, the love of his life, on November 23, 1956, and to this union were born three children; Twila, Doug and Muffy. This last November George and Donita were blessed to celebrate 59 years of marriage. Over the years they watched their family grow to nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and 3 step great-grandchildren. Having his family gather together for any occasion was the greatest joy of George’s life. As a young man, George spent many an hour in the saddle with his Uncle Virgil, riding and training horses. He enjoyed raising cattle and haying with his dad as well. He also worked at many local ranches and was involved in many cattle drives across several states. Riding and roping in rodeos was a favorite past-time for George in his younger years. He passed the love of rodeo and working with livestock to his entire family. When he and Donita married they began their own ranch and raised cattle, registered quarter horses, with some hogs, sheep, lambs and goats also thrown in for good measure. He had many favorite horses and dogs over the years. He leaves behind his most recent special dog friend, Katie. Throughout his life George was a very active part of the community and his children’s activities through his charter membership of the Crawford Eagles Club, the Elks Club, the Lions Club, the Crawford Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Team, the Saddle Rock Riding Club, the Centennial Riding Club, Dawes County 4-H, the Crawford Boy Scouts as a leader and the Little Britches Rodeo Club. George drove truck for Leo Daniels for many years. He traveled many miles all over the United States. George and Donita later purchased their own truck and started trucking on their own. George passed away and received his heavenly reward on March 19, 2016. His granddaughter Kristin Ferguson said it best, “Rejoice and be happy in the Lord, for He has welcomed a new angel into his loving arms today, and eased the suffering burdens of this world. We will be blessed to see the most beautiful flowers!” He is preceded in death by his father George, his mother Bertha, his Uncle Virgil, and two nephews. He is survived by his loving wife Donita, his children: Twila (Don) Winn of Whitney, NE; Doug (Susan) Leeling of Crawford, NE; and Muffy (Brian) Forney of Hay Springs, NE. He is also loved and will be dearly missed by his nine grandchildren: Nathan (Ashley) Winn and Tom Winn of Gillette, Wyoming, Kylee Winn of Rapid City, South Dakota; B.J. Leeling of Alliance, Nebraska, Joe Leeling of Hemingford, Nebraska, Kristin (Brent) Ferguson of Alliance, Nebraska and Jesse (Cara) Leeling of Elm Creek, Nebraska; Emily and Connor Forney of Hay Springs, Nebraska; six great-grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren; as well as his sister Viola (Bob) Webster and numerous extended family members. Pallbearers are George’s grandsons: Nathan, Tom, BJ, Joe, Jesse and Brent. Honorary pallbearers are his remaining grandchildren: Kristin, Kylee, Emily and Connor. George never had a harsh word or raised his voice to his family. He was always patient and taught them many a life lesson. He was always proud of his family and it made his day to have them stop by to see him and Donita. His cattle, horses and family were his life and their welfare was top priority in his life. Right up to the end he was a true cowboy and gentleman and his family will miss him dearly.

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Where is George Darrell Leeling's memorial?
George Darrell Leeling's memorial is located at: Crawford Cemetery, Crawford, Dawes County, USA.
When did George Darrell Leeling death?
George Darrell Leeling death on 19 Mar 2016 in Chadron, Dawes County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the George Darrell Leeling's memorial?
Latitude: 42.7181015
Longitude: -103.4052963

Family Members:

Parent

George Henry Leeling

(1895 - 1981)

Bertha Elizabeth Nortness Leeling

(1914 - 2009)

Spouse

Donita M. Leeling

(1938 - unknow)

Children

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Coordinate: 42.7181015, -103.4052963

2. Saint John Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.6680984, -103.3964005

3. Fort Robinson Cemetery
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5. Wanda Highway Gravesite
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Coordinate: 42.6535800, -103.2655800

6. Whitney Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7705994, -103.2564011

7. Union Star Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7771988, -103.5597000

8. Glendale Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.6130981, -103.5389023

9. Parrish Family Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5633000, -103.3703500

10. Bethel Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.6850014, -103.1841965

11. Scandinavian Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.6054210, -103.5839530

12. Belmont Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5527992, -103.2964020

13. Bannan Family Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7196700, -103.6857000

14. Andrews Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7196700, -103.6857000

15. Highland Center Cemetery
Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6100006, -103.1258011

16. Shisler Cemetery
Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7930984, -103.0875015

17. Evergreen Cemetery
Chadron, Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6646710, -103.0608510

18. Marsland Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.4660988, -103.2838974

19. Bodarc Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.7994700, -103.7784500

20. Greenwood Cemetery
Chadron, Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8272018, -103.0239029

21. Calvary Cemetery
Chadron, Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8224983, -103.0085983

22. Montrose Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.9213860, -103.7302690

23. Grace Episcopal Cemetery
Chadron, Dawes County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8267000, -102.9996000

24. Hillcrest Cemetery
Fall River County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0398500, -103.3367160