Leighton Donald McLeod joined his heavenly father on January 4th 2016. As a native of Opelousas, Louisiana, Donald embraced the warm culture of his Cajun upbringing with his genial benevolence and joie de vivre. He had a deep and genuine love of family, friends, good food and a profound unwavering devotion to the LSU Tigers. He was the kind hearted husband and steadfast companion to his wife, Sue Potter McLeod, devoted and loving father to Scott McLeod and his wife Cindy and Beth Szymborski and her husband Brian, affectionate Papa Don to his beloved grand-children Scotty and Samantha McLeod, Trevor and Travis Szymborski, loyal brother and uncle to Margaret Ann Cooke and her children, Christine, Lynn and Jay and the best friend you could ever have to many.
The community with whom he shared his faith at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church was very near and dear to his heart. He served as a Deacon, Elder and Trustee at St. Andrew’s. As an active member of POPS – Presbyterian Outreach to Patients and as a CanCare volunteer, he uplifted cancer patients and their loved ones at MD Anderson with his supportive and positive demeanor. Giving hope and optimism to those who were suffering, was a special gift of Donald’s. Donald was a man who was deeply cherished by his family and numerous friends. His warm affable personality brought light and love to all who were blessed to know him. Following the graveside service, a memorial service and Celebration of life will be held St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 5308 Buffalo Speedway Houston, Texas 77005 at 12:30pm on Friday, January 8, 2016. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to POPS or CanCare.
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