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Obituary For Henry Leatherwood
Henry Leatherwood, 75, of Smiths Station, AL, passed on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Columbus, GA.
Memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m. ET on Friday, September 18, 2026 at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy L. Davis, Pastor, officiating. Burial to follow at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery.
SSG Henry Earl Leatherwood, affectionately known as “Earl,”was born on July 14, 1951, in Toney, Alabama, to the late Ross and Ella Leatherwood. He departed this life on September 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and love.
Earl graduated from Riverside High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, class of 1969. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired as a Staff Sergeant (SSG).
A faithful servant of God, Earl was a devoted member of New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. He was ordained as a deacon on January 18, 2015 and also served as president of the Men's Department and a member of the Welcome Committee. He faithfully served his church, family, and his community.
Earl was a man of faith, strength, service, and devotion. He loved his family deeply and was a proud Tennessee fan. Whether serving his country, his church, or his family, Earl carried himself with dedication and a giving spirit.
Earl was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Kay Leatherwood; his parents Ross and Ella Leatherwood; his son, Gary DeWayne Fitch; his sister, Ruby Blanks, and her husband Roosevelt; and his brother, Theopria Leatherwood.
He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters, Yamina Leatherwood, Tracy Adair, and Kelly Gordon (Darryl); two sons Patrick Wells (Kimberly) and Tracy Wade (Laura); 28 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; nieces, cousins, extended family, church family, and many dear friends.
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I'll Always Remember Bigg Bruh Earl and All The Year's God Allowed Bigg Bruh Earl To Be In My Life and God Never Ever Makes A Mistake and Always Comes Back To Reclaim Hiz Best...The Foster's
Sending Prayers to the Family of (Mr Earl) My Husband Co-Worker and A Family Friend, Will Be Truly Be Missed... (Go Tennessee) The Perry's
Praying that God will continue to strengthen and keep the entire Leatherwood family during this difficult season of bereavement. Rev.Henrietta Erskine Second Missionary Baptist Church--Chattanooga, TN
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My sincere condolences to the entire family. Henry will truly be missed. The most beautiful person you could ever meet. I cherish the time I had with him in my life. Henry and his beloved wife Sandra will truly be missed but their souls have reunited again. God bless this family.
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Deacon Leatherwood. He was a fearless leader who led by example, served with strength and humility, and made an impact on everyone around him. His presence, leadership, and dedication will truly be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, loved ones, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing and serving alongside him. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. 🙏🏾
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