of Searcy, AR
September 13, 2017
Walter Phelps Leavitt died in his home in Searcy, Arkansas surrounded by family on September 13, 2017 at the age of 85.
Walter is survived by his seven children, Michael Leavitt of Newbury, New Hampshire, Mark Leavitt of Sherwood, Arkansas, Karen Stine and her husband, Louis of Searcy, Arkansas, Suzanne Lender of Estill Springs, Tennessee, Laurie Figueroa and her husband Richard of Livermore, California, Judy Holloway and her husband Larry of Searcy, Arkansas, and Jerald Leavitt of Searcy, Arkansas. He loved children and enjoyed time with his 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers Arthur Leavitt and Herbert Leavitt and two sisters, Dorothy Hamel and Margaret Quigley. He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Janyth Leavitt, along with his parents and two brothers, Albert and Merton Leavitt.
Walter was born on October 29, 1931 in Newport, New Hampshire to Herbert and Georgia Leavitt. He married Janyth Meurer, an Arkansas native on January 7, 1956. He was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses on August 15, 1959 in Providence, Rhode Island and served as an ordained minister. Additionally, he worked for Walmart and retired after more than 25 years.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for Sunday, September 17, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2723 Eastline Road, Searcy, Arkansas at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Walter's life.
Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. For online guestbook, www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
Mike, Karen, Mark, Suzanne, Laurie, Jerry and Judy:
Cathy and I are so saddened by your Dad's passing. He meant so much to us and our family. We all look forward to the time when our dear loved ones will be with us again. May your faith and mutual support strengthen you in the dats ahead.
Warm Christian love,
Cathy and Skip
Mike, Karen, Mark, Suzanne, Laurie, Jerry and Judy:
Cathy and I are so saddened by your Dad's passing. He meant so much to us and our family. We all look forward to the time when our dear loved ones will be with us again. May your faith and mutual support strengthen you in the dats ahead.
Warm Christian love,
Cathy and Skip
Sorry to learn of Walt's passing. I worked with Walt at the Walmart store. A good person to work with. May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I too have felt the pain of losing some of those I love in death. I hope you are being surrounded by loving family and friends and taking care of yourself during this difficult time. The God of all comfort provides hope for those who have passed away and comfort for those who have survived. We are promised that our loved ones will return to us one day very soon. As Jesus resurrected his friend, Lazarus, and many others, you will see your loved one again. (John 5:28, 29) How the True God longs to do that! (Job 14:14, 15). Until then, may you continue to keep his memory warm in your hearts until you see him happy and healthy again one day very soon. Prayers and thoughts are with you . . .