Condolence From: Herb Propst
Condolence: I am so sorry to hear of Lelands passing. I attended Franklin High School with him and also roomed with him my first year at WVU. He was a great person and always a friend.
Saturday August 13, 2016
Condolence From: John Fullen
Condolence: Leland was great - I remember the National CR Staff voicing how they learned from Leland and his wisdom - He made people feel calm, and like they mattered. He was also a friend of my wife's family, and they shared stories of Leland's tremendous acts of kindness. A true class act -
Monday August 01, 2016
Condolence From: John Fullen
Condolence: Leland was great - I remember the National CR Staff voicing how they learned from Leland and his wisdom - He made people feel calm, and like they mattered. He was also a friend of my wife's family, and they shared stories of Leland's tremendous acts of kindness. A true class act -
Monday August 01, 2016
Condolence From: Dorina Helmick
Condolence: Reading all the condolences from coworkers show what a cherished mentor and friend Leland was to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. I too was trained at USDA by Leland. He was a gentle giant that offered sound advice and showed courtesy to all. A true gentleman, he will always be thought of with admiration and respect.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Connie Rollins
Condolence: I worked with Leland at the Weston FmHA office. He was the best boss anyone could ever ask for. He made it a great place to work. He was a wonderful person, and will never be forgotten.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Debra Wise
Condolence: I knew Leland many years from working at RD and through my family’s friendship with his late wife Linda’s family and her brother Denis. Leland was a kind Christian gentleman who treated all fairly. He was one of those rare individuals who have the power to light up your life for a few minutes every time you spoke to him. He had a dedicated desire to help people that served him well as a public servant and we could all learn from his example. He had a quiet sense of humor delivered with that rich deep voice that could make you laugh and that we will all miss. He gave wise counsel in a calm matter-of-fact tone whenever it was asked of him. His legacy is he will be fondly remembered and his memory cherished by all who knew him. With sympathy and prayers for his family.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Virginia McDonald
Condolence: I had the pleasure of serving on various committees with Leland during his tenure with USDA. He was a wonderful person who impacted the lives of many people. I count it a blessing to have known him.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Leo Lopez
Condolence: I had the great honor to work with Leland while at USDA Rural Development. Leland was a gentleman among gentlemen. His positive attitude was contagious and his advice carried lots of wisdom. Now, he is living the promise of God. He will be missed greatly.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Carla Pratt
Condolence: Worked with Leland at the Weston USDA office was the most patient, kindness person you’d ever want to know. My prayers go out to the family in the loss of a great man.
Friday July 29, 2016
Condolence From: Jamey Darlington
Condolence: Leland was my first supervisor when I started with Farmers Home Administration (now Rural Development). Being a 'kid' fresh from college, in a new town, could've been a bit overwhelming. But with his patience and guiding hand, he became like a surrogate father to me. I am honored to have known him and that my two sons got the privilege as well. Leland was the persona of what I strived to become as an USDA employee. Leland always had time to listen and give wise counsel. He was a true blessing and will be missed. God Bless the family, loved ones, and friends at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Friday July 29, 2016
