We learned yesterday that our friend and classmate Leela Deen Covey died from that “damn cancer” which she fought optimistically and valiantly. More details to follow should we learn them.
I don't know what to say. That was such a struggle for Leela, and I don't think that last round of chemo helped either!
Leela was a joy to know. We first met up in the 5th grade when we were all on the top square dance team in Bothell, all of us included Leela, me, Keith Rousu, Dennis Rousu, Carol Aries, John Radke, Ada Tuomisto, and Shelley Crist. I remember throughout our school years, always seeing Leela with a smile on her face. Later in life, at our class reunions, I would always get a big hug from Leela and we would laugh and brag that we were on the best square dance team.
Leela was a kind, compassionate soul and will be dearly missed. God bless her soul and God bless her family and friends. Love you Leela! Love, Skip
I'm so sad to hear of Leela's passing. She was so brave and such a wonderful person. Sending my thoughts to her as she continues on her journey. And wishing peace for her family. Walk in Joy, Leela...
I am so sorry that Leela passed, especially after her long, brave fight. Leela was one of the kindest people I have ever known. My deep condolences to her family. RIP, Leela.
I have known Leela since grade school & her wonderful, sweet, loving, & kind personality never changed. She warmed my heart everytime we had contact. Leela your loving legacy will live on. God Rest your brave soul.
I am sorry to hear of Leela's passing. Wonderful that Pam was able to support her. I knew Leela when she and I were active in the Bothell First Lutheran teen group. Great fun and memories. Radke and I went to PLU together and played hundreds of Rock n Roll gigs in those years. In all that time he never mentioned square dancing. That was quite a group Skip names!
So sorry to hear of Leela's passing. She fought long and hard to beat her cancer. I first met her in elementary school. I'm glad I got to see her on one of my trips back "home". My love, thoughts, and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Wendell Sather
So sorry that Leela passed praying for all
Skip Crist
I don't know what to say. That was such a struggle for Leela, and I don't think that last round of chemo helped either!
Leela was a joy to know. We first met up in the 5th grade when we were all on the top square dance team in Bothell, all of us included Leela, me, Keith Rousu, Dennis Rousu, Carol Aries, John Radke, Ada Tuomisto, and Shelley Crist. I remember throughout our school years, always seeing Leela with a smile on her face. Later in life, at our class reunions, I would always get a big hug from Leela and we would laugh and brag that we were on the best square dance team.
Leela was a kind, compassionate soul and will be dearly missed. God bless her soul and God bless her family and friends. Love you Leela! Love, Skip
Alicia Kveum (Meredith)
I'm sorry to hear about Leela. She was a very special lady. She will be truly missed.Pat Kay (Walgamott)
So sorry to hear of Leela's passing. Rest well, in Peace.
Christine McKay
I'm so sad to hear of Leela's passing. She was so brave and such a wonderful person. Sending my thoughts to her as she continues on her journey. And wishing peace for her family. Walk in Joy, Leela...
Brooke Doyle (Frances)
I am so sorry that Leela passed, especially after her long, brave fight. Leela was one of the kindest people I have ever known. My deep condolences to her family. RIP, Leela.Jacqueline Posthuma (Bowens)
I was so sad to read about Leela. She was so kind and will be missed very much. Sending send prayers to her family.
Gary Culpepper
I have known Leela since grade school & her wonderful, sweet, loving, & kind personality never changed. She warmed my heart everytime we had contact. Leela your loving legacy will live on. God Rest your brave soul.
With Love, GC
Mike Boyd
I am sorry to hear of Leela's passing. Wonderful that Pam was able to support her. I knew Leela when she and I were active in the Bothell First Lutheran teen group. Great fun and memories. Radke and I went to PLU together and played hundreds of Rock n Roll gigs in those years. In all that time he never mentioned square dancing. That was quite a group Skip names!
Cheryl Eagon (Henry)
So sorry to hear of Leela's passing. She fought long and hard to beat her cancer. I first met her in elementary school. I'm glad I got to see her on one of my trips back "home". My love, thoughts, and prayers go out to her family and friends.