David Leath
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David Leath

  • September 19, 1962 - December 13, 2011
  • Maumelle, Arkansas
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“My husband John and I extend heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends who cherished David and suffer the loss of a vibrant young man. Macie...Read More » ”
1 of 39 | Posted by: Macie Collins Zorn - Naperville, IL

“Gayla, we are so sorry for your loss of David. It looks like he was a very active young man, with many interests. We are praying for you as you...Read More » ”
2 of 39 | Posted by: Randa Rottschafer - Woodstock, GA

“I am so very sorry to hear about my friend David. I use to work in the Hawker building and I bought Avon from Gayla. He was a great friend and such...Read More » ”
3 of 39 | Posted by: Forrestine Phillips - Little Rock, AR

“I did not know David well, but through his relationship with my son Mike. I always enjoyed being around David, he will be missed. I will be praying...Read More » ”
4 of 39 | Posted by: Bob Sharpe - North Little Rock, AR

“I will have Dave and his family in my prayers. I remember how Dave's face would light up when he spoke of his family. We often talked about things he...Read More » ”
5 of 39 | Posted by: Ron King - Pewaukee, WI

“SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, DAVID WAS ALWAYS UPBEAT FRIENDLY AND OUTGOING. I'LL MISS HIM AS WILL MANY OTHERS.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS...Read More » ”
6 of 39 | Posted by: James Cartwright (HOSS) - WARD, AR

“Sarabeth called to tell me of your heart ache about David. After reading about him, I know he truly was a contributor to the good of all mankind...Read More » ”
7 of 39 | Posted by: Sharon Boughton Green - Gallatin, TN

“Gayla, I was so shocked and saddened today to learn of David's passing. I know you two were deeply in love and had a wonderful life together. Even...Read More » ”
8 of 39 | Posted by: Shirley Hendricks - Maumelle, AR

“My thoughts and prayers go out to the Leath family. David was truly a joy to know and work with. ”
9 of 39 | Posted by: Erica Fillmore - Little Rock, AR

“God bless you,we can understand how you hurt now. We lost a daughter in law at 32 years of age. Our prayers are with you. ”
10 of 39 | Posted by: Don Babcock - Amarillo, TX

“Russell, Phyllis and David's family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss of David. Our prayers are with you during this tough time. ”
11 of 39 | Posted by: Gary and Johnnie Griffin - Bryan, TX

“Russell & Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss especially for your daughter. You are all in my prayers. Sincerely, Wanda Passmore ”
12 of 39 | Posted by: Wanda Passmore - Pampa, TX

“Gayla, please know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you. All we ever saw of David indicated that he was indeed talented, fun, and loving...Read More » ”
13 of 39 | Posted by: Marvin and Kay Pickett - NM

“Gayla, Phyllis, and Russell, I am so sorry to hear about David. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hate that you have to go...Read More » ”
14 of 39 | Posted by: Sarabeth Ringle - Ruston, LA

“David had a zest for life! He always had a positive and upbeat view on life that was contagious..... I will miss playing golf with him in the HBC...Read More » ”
15 of 39 | Posted by: Karl Helgestad - Little Rock, AR

“So very sorry to read in the Little Rock news of Davids death. This will be an adjustment to single life that I would not wish on any one. Take...Read More » ”
16 of 39 | Posted by: Eugenia Pickett Hockett - Beebe, AR

“You will be missed. I am thankful for the good times we had working and sailing together. Rest easy old friend. ”
17 of 39 | Posted by: Jack H. Todd II and Arkansas Car Stereo - AR

“Duane and I was very sad to learn of David's passing. May the Lord be with you and the family. David will be missed by his Hawker Friends. ”
18 of 39 | Posted by: Duane and Carol Kendall - AR

“Gayla, David was such a special person, even though we only knew him for a short time he has been a real inspritation to my David. Thoughts and...Read More » ”
19 of 39 | Posted by: David and Carol Frederick - Cabot, AR

“Gayla, My heart is broken for you. I am so sorry. Buneva ”
20 of 39 | Posted by: Buneva Wood - Little Rock, AR

“Gayla, Sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Catherine ”
21 of 39 | Posted by: Catherine - Del Rio, TX

“I was sadden to hear that David had died. He will be missed by his friends, co-workers, and family. ”
22 of 39 | Posted by: Patty Cagwin - Hot Springs, AR

“Gayla, we are truly sorry to hear about David's passing. Our hearts are with you and your's in this time of great loss. ”
23 of 39 | Posted by: Eric Pickett - Canton, MI

“Let God be your guide......... ”
24 of 39 | Posted by: Donna Jones - Little Rock, AR

“Gayla-- There aren't any words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Love ya girl- ”
25 of 39 | Posted by: Michelle Doughty - Little Rock, AR

“Dear Gayla, Sharon & Shelly: David is now in heaven and we can take comfort in the fact that he is with our father and we will all be reunited one...Read More » ”
26 of 39 | Posted by: Tracy Broughton - Plano, TX

“My sincerest condolences to David's wife and family. ”
27 of 39 | Posted by: Ken Rogers - Andover, KS

“My thoughts and prayers are with Sharon, Gayla, and all the family. David had such a great outlook on life. I remember working with him at Hawker, he...Read More » ”
28 of 39 | Posted by: DeOnna Wyllia - Benton, AR

“May God be with David's family during this sad time. I enjoyed working with David and I will cherish the fun times we had at work. David's great...Read More » ”
29 of 39 | Posted by: Patricia Dempsey - Pine Bluff, AR

“David you will be missed. ”
30 of 39 | Posted by: Paula Bell - Conway, AR

“David will truly be missed. He was a very good friend. I will miss his ever positive attitude towards life. I will be praying for Gayla and the...Read More » ”
31 of 39 | Posted by: David Casey - San Antonio, TX

“Gayla all I can say is I love you. "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus....Read More » ”
32 of 39 | Posted by: Melinda Lawson - AR - Friend

“David you was always there to help me out and answer any questions I had and no matter how serious anything was with your witty ways you always...Read More » ”
33 of 39 | Posted by: Steven Hoover - Carlisle, AR

“I had several opportunities to work with David at Hawker Beechcraft on various projects. His knowledge was only surpassed by his great personality...Read More » ”
34 of 39 | Posted by: Kurt Jansen - Little Rock, AR

“Dear David, I'm typing this to you, because I believe you can see it. I believe you are looking down at all of us, your family and friends. I...Read More » ”
35 of 39 | Posted by: Janice Leath - Plano, TX - Aunt

“David was a good man and will be sorely missed by his comrades. ”
36 of 39 | Posted by: Brian W. Caldwell - Conway, AR

“Dave I will miss your witty comments that you always seemed to come up with at the drop of a hat,you were a great friend and a lot of fun to work...Read More » ”
37 of 39 | Posted by: Tim Dulin - North Little Rock, AR

“May God hold all the family in is arms and bless each and ever one of you. ”
38 of 39 | Posted by: Sonny & Jo Ann Prather - AR

“Gayla, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for you in these difficult days. Blessings to you, Steven Tiner Pastor, Levy...Read More » ”
39 of 39 | Posted by: Steven Tiner - North Little Rock, AR



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David James Leath, 49, of Maumelle, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2011.

David was born September 19, 1962 in Dallas, TX.

David was a loyal husband, brother, father, son and friend to all. He attended UALR where he received his Bachelor's in Management Information Systems. He was with Hawker Beechcraft in Little Rock for 20 years. David was a very innovative and creative person who loved learning new things. He could do, fix or make anything he set his mind to. Whether he was helping to repair a friend's car, building a boat trailer or brewing his own beer his energy and enthusiasm was contagious. He recently combined his love of sailing and traveling into a sailing charter trip in the British Virgin Islands. He enjoyed playing golf and regularly played in the Hawker Beechcraft golf league. He and some fellow golfers entered and won a golf tournament at Falcon Jet, Hawker's across-the-runway, long-time business competitor and sports rival! David had a passion for soccer, not only as a player and spectator but also as a referee. He was a member of several referee associations and most recently the President of the Arkansas Chapter of National Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association. David helped so many people and touched so many lives and will continue to do so through his very thoughtful and generous gift of organ donation. "To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die"

David is survived by his wife of 8 years, Gayla; two sons, Joey and Jonathan; two sisters, Sharon and Shelly; mother and father-in-law, Phyllis and Russell Pickett; along with several aunts, uncles, a niece, nephews, cousins and brothers-in-law. David is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Norma Leath.

Visitation will be 6-8 pm, Friday, December 16, 2011 at Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills, 10200 Highway 5 North, Alexander, AR. Funeral services will be at 1 pm Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Griffin Leggett-Forest Hills. To sign the online guest book please visit www.griffinleggettforesthills.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Arkansas Referee Program where a scholarship fund has been setup in David's name. Send to PO Box 13006, Maumelle AR 72113.