Leila Sanderson Lehmann Obituary
In loving memory of Leila Sanderson Lehmann (Rugby, North Dakota), who departed this world on December 22, 2024 at the age of 96. Leila Sanderson leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leila Sanderson Lehmann to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clarence F. Larson and Esther Henrietta Larson (Pick); her husband Edward C. Lehmann, Jr.; her brother Maurice J. Larson; her grandson Ryan S. Hillman; and also Gerald O. Sanderson.
She is survived by: her children, Diane Hillman (Kurtwood) of Durango, CO, Ellen Kotrba (Philip) of Warren, MN, Dale Sanderson (Laurie) of Maple Grove, MN and David Sanderson (Sandra) of The Woodlands, TX.; and her sister-in-law Margit Larson of Bowie, MD. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 24th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the First Lutheran Church (202 4th St SE, Rugby, ND 58368). A burial will be held on Saturday, May 24th 2025 at 2:45 PM at the Willow City Memorial Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the following organizations: Heart of America Concert Series, 1123 S Main Ave., Rugby, ND. 58368; Heart of America Library, 201 3rd St. SW, Rugby, ND 58368 or Willow City Memorial Park Cemetery, c/o North Star Community Credit Union, 386 Main Street, Willow City, ND 58384.
