Walter G. Leyland Jr. Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Walter G. Leyland Jr. of Steubenville, Ohio, who passed away at the age of 80, on December 2, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Walter departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Walter. Though Walter may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Sr. Leyland and Loretta Leyland; and his brother Donald. He is survived by: his wife Carole; his daughters, Dana Ford (Bruce) of Pickerington and Melissa Krinock (David) of Toronto; his stepchildren, Marcy Bodnar of Hilliard, Brett Grotefend (Renee) of Austintown and Brian Grotefend (Stacy) of New Cumberland; and his pet Stella. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, three great grandchildren.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, December 21st 2024 at 12:00 PM at the Word of Life Fellowship (565 Lovers Ln, Steubenville, OH 43953).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
