Leonard McKee

LEONARD VIRGIL MCKEE passed away on Monday, October 17, 2011 in his 88th year, after a prolonged illness. He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Rosemarie (Wegener). Beloved father of six children: Terry (Barbara Morrison) of Edmonton, Brent (Colleen Little) of Edmonton, Desmond (Shannon Schneider) of Lethbridge, Teresa (Lynn Anderson) of New Dayton, John (Christine Hartley) of Stirling, and Diane (Jim Woolf) of Hill Spring. He was born in Stirling, Alberta on October 26, 1923, the only child of Virgil McKee and Florence (Selk) . He was a good student who excelled in sports, particularly baseball where he was an excellent pitcher, and known as "Mr. Longball". He served a 2½ year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in New Zealand, and he remained an active member of the Church throughout his life. Following his marriage to Rosemarie Wegener in the Salt Lake City Temple, he was well-known as a successful farmer in Stirling and the surrounding district. He was known for his quick wit and could bring a laugh to any group he was involved with. A grandfather of 36 and great grandfather of 22, he will be sorely missed by all. We love you, Dad. Friends may meet the family on Friday evening, October 21 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at CHRISTENSEN SALMON GENERATIONS FUNERAL HOME, 703-13 Street North, Lethbridge, or prior to the funeral service at the church on Saturday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Lethbridge Stake Centre, 2410-28 Street South, with Bishop Don Gibb officiating. Interment in the Stirling Cemetery.

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