KERRY DEAN LEAVITT, beloved husband of Ann Williams Leavitt, passed away in Cardston on February 15, 2025, at the age of 88 years.
Kerry was born on September 7, 1936, in Cardston, Alberta. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, integrity, and devotion to family.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Ann; his children, Kristle (Kelly), Heather Mireille (Charles), AJ (AmberLee), and Brendan (Alanna); his nineteen grandchildren, his two great-grandchildren; and his five beloved siblings. He is preceded in death by his son Timothy and his parents Parley and Doreen (Bunnage) Leavitt.
Kerry grew up on the family farm northeast of Glenwood, and served a two-and-a-half-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Austria. Upon returning home he attended SAIT, completing a two-year course in agricultural mechanics.
In July 1964, Kerry married Ann Williams, daughter of Karl and Fern (McMullin) Williams. Together, they built a beautiful life in Glenwood centred around farming, faith, family, and fun.
A skilled driver, Kerry raced stock cars from 1966 to 1968. He worked tirelessly throughout his life; as a mechanic, farmhand, ranch manager, and custodian, before achieving his dream of farming his own land.
He later worked as a traveling welding instructor for the Alberta government before transitioning to trucking in 1993, a career he pursued until retiring at 77. His driving skills and love for the open road remained a lifelong passion.
Kerry loved to watch and play sports, hunt, fish, snowmobile and ride four-wheelers.
He served as mayor of Glenwood from 1988 to 1990, and led projects such as the opening of the Pioneer Parlor. Kerry was a natural problem solver who could fix nearly anything, from farm equipment to household appliances. His children and grandchildren loved learning from him as they watched him work and play.
His skill, strength, determination, and love will be remembered forever.
Friends may meet the family at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, February 21st from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. or at the church on Saturday, from 1:00-1:45 pm prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Glenwood, Alberta on Saturday, February 22nd, at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow in the Glenwood Cemetery.
Link to watch service will be available after the service.
Kerry was born on September 7, 1936, in Cardston, Alberta. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, integrity, and devotion to family.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Ann; his children, Kristle (Kelly), Heather Mireille (Charles), AJ (AmberLee), and Brendan (Alanna); his nineteen grandchildren, his two great-grandchildren; and his five beloved siblings. He is preceded in death by his son Timothy and his parents Parley and Doreen (Bunnage) Leavitt.
Kerry grew up on the family farm northeast of Glenwood, and served a two-and-a-half-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Austria. Upon returning home he attended SAIT, completing a two-year course in agricultural mechanics.
In July 1964, Kerry married Ann Williams, daughter of Karl and Fern (McMullin) Williams. Together, they built a beautiful life in Glenwood centred around farming, faith, family, and fun.
A skilled driver, Kerry raced stock cars from 1966 to 1968. He worked tirelessly throughout his life; as a mechanic, farmhand, ranch manager, and custodian, before achieving his dream of farming his own land.
He later worked as a traveling welding instructor for the Alberta government before transitioning to trucking in 1993, a career he pursued until retiring at 77. His driving skills and love for the open road remained a lifelong passion.
Kerry loved to watch and play sports, hunt, fish, snowmobile and ride four-wheelers.
He served as mayor of Glenwood from 1988 to 1990, and led projects such as the opening of the Pioneer Parlor. Kerry was a natural problem solver who could fix nearly anything, from farm equipment to household appliances. His children and grandchildren loved learning from him as they watched him work and play.
His skill, strength, determination, and love will be remembered forever.
Friends may meet the family at Legacy Funeral Home, Cardston on Friday, February 21st from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. or at the church on Saturday, from 1:00-1:45 pm prior to the service. The Funeral Service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Glenwood, Alberta on Saturday, February 22nd, at 2:00 pm. Interment to follow in the Glenwood Cemetery.
Link to watch service will be available after the service.