Leeda Crum
March 16, 1949 ~ September 20, 2013
Born in: Meadville, Pennsylvania
Leeda K. Crum, 64, of Polk died Friday, September 20, 2013, at her residence. Born March 16, 1949, in Meadville, Leeda was the daughter of Norman and Lucille (Trotter) Greenlee. On June 20, 1970, she married Wallace Crum, who survives. Leeda graduated from Franklin High School. After graduation she attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she received her Bachelor of Science degree, and then attended Slippery Rock University where she received her Master of Education degree. Leeda retired from teaching in 2004 after twenty-eight years of service. During that time she taught at Polk Center, the I.U. 6 and for the Franklin Area School District. She enjoyed sewing, antiques, and especially spending time with her family. In addition to her mother and husband , Leeda is survived by her daughters, Rebecca Reinsel and her husband Donald of Butler, and Amy Korinko and her husband Frank of Polk; her foster sister, Phyllis Whitmer of Oil City; and her grandchildren, Evan and Ashlyn Reinsel of Butler and Eliza Korinko of Polk. She was preceded in death by her father. Friends will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, on Tuesday, September 24th, 2013, from 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM-8:00PM. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, PA Division Inc., PO Box 896, Hershey, PA 17033-0896. To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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We send our deep sympathy to your family at this sad time. We will pray that you find comfort in your many memories.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers Mr. Crum.
Leeda was perhaps the most sincere and authentic person I ever met. I can’t recall a time when she complained about her health issues. She was patient, considerate and never condescending. Her kind spirit drew people to her. God has reserved a special place for her in Heaven.
My deepest sympathies and prayers of comfort for Mrs. Crum’s family.
We were saddened to hear of Leeda’s passing. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending sympathy and prayers your way to you and your family in remembrance of Leeda. She will be missed; God bless. Joan and Dick
Wally & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Leeda’s passing. I remember meeting Leeda for the first time and getting to know her. She was a lovely person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Dear Family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We hope that like us you are able to find comfort in the scriptures, like John 5;28&29 where we can look forward to seeing our loved ones again. May happy memories bring your comfort also……..
Wally and family……Connie and I are shocked and saddened to hear Leeda has passed. It is simply beyond comprehension as to the sadness to you and your family. Leeda was one of a kind and I loved her quick wit and humor. Leeda and you were a perfect fit. She will not be forgotten. Connie and I want you and your family you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wally, we are praying for you and the family. She was a great person. I know she will be missed by your family and many others who has known her. She is resting in the arms of Jesus. It was a great fight. Our heavnly Father has called her home and faithful servant will done. Take all your sorrow to Christ and he will give you comfort for the days to come. God Bless you and the family.
Our deepest condolences.
Jim and Carolyn Baughman
Wally, Becky & Amy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Leeda was a great person, I will never forget how she helped Jenna in school with her tic. She was an awesome teacher, neighbor, and friend, She will truly be missed.
Sean & Wendy Eichholtz
My most sincere condolences to the entire family in this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to learn of Leeda’s passing. My sympathy to Wally and the girls and wishes for you to find comfort in the blessing of many wonderful memories of shared days past.
A special ray of sunshine has gone out for us. Leeda was a very special lady who will sadly be missed….but we know that loss is immeasurable for her family. Please know that we are thinking of Leeda and her loved ones at this time…nothing can fill the void of a mother, grandmother an wife. As Leeda herself told me last month….If I beat this cancer, I win. If I die…I still win because I know where I am going.
Leeda and I taught together in Seventh Street School. I was saddened to hear of her passing. Please know how very sorry I am.
To all that knew how special a woman she was, we will truly miss her. She was a big part of my life as a close family friend and teacher. My heart certainly has a piece missing but I will keep in mind to “keep my head down” and remember the good times.
Mr. Crum, Becky and Amy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Crum. She always made me feel so welcome in your home. Prayers for you all during this difficult time.
Christy
Dear Wally and family,
Sending sincere condolences to all of you during this hard time. Leeda was a caring person with a great sense of humor! She will be greatly missed. (I am so sorry I did not know she was sick again until last Friday. I would have come and talked to her.) We always shared our fears of the big C returning. A compassionate person she was. Always worrying about others. I will miss running into her and chatting. You will be in my thoughts during these difficult times.
So very sad to hear about Leeda. My family and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Know that the thoughts and prayers from friends and family are with you.
Dear Wally, Becky and Amy,
Leeda was such a great colleague during my years teaching in Franklin! Our paths crossed often, and I really appreciated her no nonsense, hands-on approach to teaching, and her unfailing service to the FAEA. Her quick, dry wit was a delight; it was always a great, animated conversation with Leeda. My sincere, heartfelt condolences to each of you. I am sure her wonderful spirit lives on in Becky and Amy. May you each find comfort in knowing so many shared your love of Leeda. I feel so lucky to have known her.
Wally and family, Very sorry to hear that Leeda passed away. I will remember her for her sense of humor and witty comebacks.
Mr. Crum
You have my deepest sympathy.
A former classmate (Kim Lanterman) and I toured Victory a few weeks ago and fondly remembered our classes with you.We were the class of ’72.
God Bless you and your family
Dear Wally and Family:
Suzanne and I wish to express our sincere sympathy to you.
I have known Leeda for nearly 50 years….going back to our high school days and the days of the Red and Black FHS marching band.
Indeed a FINE lady and a great professional!
May GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU……You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear The Crum Family,
Mrs.Crum was my favor teacher at Polk and she will be missed very much. I will miss her very much. My heart certainly has a piece missing but I will keep in mind to “keep my head down” and remember the good times.
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my sympathy.
Sylvia
We were very sorry to hear about Leeda’s passing. Our concolences go out to the whole family. My the good Lord look after you and help you in your time of need. I don’t know if you remember me but, I am Barb Snyder’s son. We are from the Trotter side of the family. Again, we are all very sorry for your loss!
Amy, Becky & Mr. Crum – I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.