Ralph Sanford Leake, 91, of 508 Anglin Mill Road in Stoneville, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 19, 2015, at his home.
A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, April 22, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Mt. View Cemetery in Ridgeway, VA.
Mr. Leake was born November 12, 1923 in Rockingham County, NC to the late Jesse and Lena Thomasson Leake. He attended, in past years, Christian View Holiness Church. As one of the organizers of the Rockingham County Cattleman's Association, Ralph was a member for many years. He was a cattle farmer.
He is survived by his wife, Mildred Oakley Leake of the home; two daughters, Winona Price of Stoneville and Edna Lena Kovitz and husband, Michael of Raleigh; son, Winfred Leake and wife, Cheryl of Stoneville; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant son, Douglas Oren Leake; son-in-law, Larry Price; four brothers, Bennie Leake, Reverend Harold Leake, Edgar Leake, and Herbert Leake; and four sisters, Fonnie Leake, Mildred L. Cox, Viola Leake, and Pauline L. Lawrence.
The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
We are so sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. He was such a good man. Donnie and John enjoyed sitting and listening to the stories Ralph use to tell. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Donnie & Pat
Pat Wray
Dear Leake Family, I am saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember fondly sitting and listening to Mr. Leake share his amazingly detailed memories, especially those memories of his youth and those of so many of my relatives. He was a special man and I am so very glad I got to know him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you, that God will give each of you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. May He also bless and strengthen you all in the days and weeks to come. Larry
Larry Patterson
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with the Leake Family tonight. Cheryl, please let me know if your family needs anything. With much love,
Terry Moore
Terry Moore
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Born: Monday Nov 12, 1923
