He was born September 28, 1925, to the late Albert and Hazel Baughfman Van Leur. He was a retired salesman in new home construction, a United States Navy Veteran serving in World War II and a longtime member of Southeast Christian Church, where he also served as an usher for many years.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Ainslie Van Leur; children, Kathy Moll, Kim Phelps (Ed) and John "Van" Van Leur (Pam); three grandchildren, Cory Thomas and Casey Phelps and Nena Honey; one brother; and two sisters.
A celebration of his life will be conducted Thursday, July 8, 2010, at 10 a.m. at Southeast Christian Church with a reception following. Arrangements under the direction of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven.
Expressions of sympathy are suggested to Southeast Christian Church or Hopeful Hearts Foundation, P.O. Box 437015, Louisville, KY 40253.
