Birth date: Oct 27, 1951 Death date: Nov 24, 2013
David Eugene Leathers Sr. passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013 surrounded by family and loved ones. He had fought a long, courageous battle against Cancer. He leaves his wife of 32 wonderful years, Cathy Leathers; his five childr Read Obituary
My greatest memory of Mr Leathers to me & my son Denver, was his passion for basketball. His love for Aaron ' s growth in the game to do his best & to ALWAYS have good sportsmanship. He will be greatly missed, but I know we will meet again when we all get to heaven!!
We at Heart to Heart Hospice extend our deepest sympathies during this time of loss.
I met Dave in HS when we played baseball together. We played baseball at Rose State JC and were roommates at OBU. He introduced me to my loving wife of 41 years , Jacki Kyle Richards. David and I reconnected a few years ago when he moved to East Texas. He has come to Oklahoma the past few years to join his HS baseball buddies in a golf reunion. The courage he showed this year was simply amazing . Seeing him this past June was one of the greatest joys of my life. He was such a positive, loving and kind human being. Words cannot express my sadness . I send my love and support to Cathy and her family. There is no more suffering and Dave is in Paradise reaping his just rewards .
CR
Mr. Leathers definitely made a huge contribution to me and the Ladycat basketball program. He was always very encouraging to me. I'll miss him.
Blaire Beaty
I will remember Dave as a man who loved the Lord and his family ~ One who truly shared the gift of "encouragement" with others.
Proverbs 20:7
"The righteous man leads a blameless life; blessed are his children after him."
Proverbs 22:1
" A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold."
Jenny Beaty
Leathers Family – We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We remember Dave as many others on this web page have – positive, caring, and a friend. Great memories with you during our time as neighbors. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim & Debbie Barnes & family, Overland Park, Kansas
I had the pleasure of working for Dave and I can honestly say I have never had a better boss. He was the most, kind, considerate, loving person I have ever worked for. He always made me want to be a better person; not by anything he said, but just because of who he was. Even as he fought this horrible disease, he would always smile and pretend everything was ok. He never wanted anyone else to be upset. I will always cherish the time I had knowing this wonderful man. Hold on to the memories and be blessed for having had such an awesome inspiration in your lives. The time that you are seperated is only temporary. Love to the family.
Cindy Harris
My prayers and condolences to David's family.
David was the 1st person I met when I moved to OKC, the summer between the 7th & 8th grade. He became a great friend as we lived on the same street at opposite ends.
Many memories.
God used David at critical time in my life during High School, as he invited me to a youth revival at his church, Portland Ave. Baptist -OKC. It was there that I realized God loved me,had a plan for my life and forgave me of my transgressions.
My life and direction changed that day forever.
God prepared me to serve as a Youth Pastor and speaker for several years impacting thousands of lives over the years, becoming an Ordained Minister, Assistant Chaplain in the Army Reserves after serving Active Duty during Vietnam and many other venues.
The opportunity for David and I to both share our personal testimonies, at our High School 40th reunion Sunday Morning Optional worship service, was a great moment for me. It all began from an obedient David Leathers inviting a lost soul named Ronnie Hise.
Thank You David for making a difference. What a Champion !!!
Because He First Loved Us,
Ron aka Ronnie Hise
Numbers 6:-24-26
I don't believe my vocabulary contains words to express my feelings of love for Dave, nor can I adequately express my feelings of loss. I "only" knew David from the 8th grade forward, he being a guard on an opposing athletic team. When we finally joined forces at Putnam City, he became one of my closest friends from our sophomore year forward. Basketball, baseball, church, FCA, and several other activities were shared. The fun times, the good times of those formative years will stay with me forever. I miss my friend, Dave and I'm obviously not the only one. Your example, courage, and dignity in your life, and especially this past year have changed my life. I love you pal. You are missed.
Dave was a true friend that I will never forget. He was a great example of what God wants us to be. I don't know that I ever heard him complain. We went from grade school to graduating together. We played organized and sand lot baseball together as we grew up and Dave excelled in basketball as well. Those that attended our 40th high school reunion in 2010 are blessed to have had Dave attend it and we were able to see him one last time here on earth. Knowing I will see him in Heaven is a relief. God's blessings to his wife and and family.
