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Obituary For Leah Ann Colston-Baker
Leah Ann Colston-Baker earned her wings on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025. She was born on September 21, 1971, in Carmel, CA to Clara Aliganga and stepfather, Willie Thames Jr.
Leah graduated from Pensacola High School, class of 1989. She went on to earn AA degree from Tallahassee Community College. BS degree in Biochemistry from Florida State University. Masterβs degree in public health Epidemiology and Biostatistics from University of West Florida. Upon graduation, Leah worked with the State of Florida Department of Health for over 20 years. She then retired to become a truck owner alongside her daughter Jasmyne.
Leah was a loving, vibrant, compassionate, determined mother, grandmother and wife. She was well known for her positive mindset, solution-based thinking, living a life without fear, pure spirit and her love for travel. Her love and presence will be missed and felt by many.
Preceded in death by her brother: Nathan Aliganga. Grandparents: Christopher and Masako Gothreau.
She leaves Dexter Baker and children: Christopher Colston, Jasmyne Colston and Brandon Baker. Grandchildren: NaβZihia Betsey, Summer Colston, Weston Colston, Delilah Colston and Leo Colston.
Thank you to dear friends & family for your love and support. And a special thank you to the team of physicians at MD Anderson Cancer Center and all of the outstanding care from additional health professionals that she received.
A Celebration of Leah's life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 11:00 am EST at Calvary Chapel Tallahassee located at 8614 Mahan Dr. in Tallahassee, FL with Pastor Jim Dean officiating.
Public viewing will take place on Saturday at the church from 9:00 AM until time for the services at 11:00 AM.
A private interment for family will take place at the Culley's Meadowood Memorial Park on Timberlane Road in Tallahassee, FL.
The family has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff and licensed professionals at Peoples Funeral Home in Marianna, FL.
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Corey Williamson sent Heartfelt Memories for Leah Ann Colston-Baker - July 22, 2025
LarryVonLeonard planted 5 trees in memory of Leah Ann Colston-Baker . - July 21, 2025
Sincere condolences. I was always in awe of her positive spirit and beautiful smile.
My sincere condolences to the family. May God give you strength Dexter. May she SIP. She gave you a wonderful family.ππ½π
Cousin Dexter, May God continue to strengthen and comfort you all as you go through and in the days ahead. Danny and Ruby Sylvester
We are saddened by the passing of Leah. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.β€οΈππ½ποΈ
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Dexter and family, my condolences to you. I pray that God will hold you close and comfort you in the days to come.
Dexter, I know it's been forever since we last saw each other. I'm so so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Dexter and Family, We are sorry to hear the passing of your loved one. I know her spirit will live on forever. We were blessed to know her even though it was a short time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike and Lynne Troelstrup
Wishing you comfort, peace, and loving memories to hold in your hearts. ππΌ
May the God of all comfort, comfort you and your in family in your darkest days may her memories be the sunshine to brighten your days our deepest condolences Dora and Albert Ely
Thomas and Gammon's family hero!
TO GOD BE THE GLORY WE ARE SO SADDENED TO HEAR THE DEMISE OF MRS.LEAH ANN COLSTON-BAKER WE SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO MR.DEXTER BAKER AND THE COLSTON AND BAKER FAMILY...MAY THE LORD KEEPS HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU ...OURS PRAYERS WILL CONTINUE TO GO ...UPPER YONDER IN THE MIGHTY NAME OF JESUS..AMEN AMEN AMEN ππ½ππ½ππ½πΉπΉπΉβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
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We love you but God loves you best.
The Granberry's Chephus, Renea, Rache', and Cydney
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
