Leona Rose Shedeak, 88, of Peachtree City, GA passed away on June 15, 2011 surrounded by her three daughters and caregiver, Elba Espinosa.
She was born to Albert and Wadea Addis in Detroit, Michigan on January 27, 1923. She married George T. Shedeak in 1949 and had three daughters. Leona & her husband retired to Beverly Hills, FL where they were both active in their community. She was talented in many areas; however, her greatest gift was the love given to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was the most wonderful, loving mother, and will be missed more than words can express. Leona will be remembered for her generosity, loyal friendship to many, and sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 3 brothers and one sister. She is survived by 3 daughters, Shelley Waider of San Diego, Sharon Koster of Reno, and Kathleen Scasny of Peachtree City, 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 between 6-8 pm at Mowell Funeral Home, Peachtree City. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 22 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. She will then join her husband George at Fero Memorial Gardens in Beverly Hills, FL. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the St. Vincent DePaul Society of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
Carl J. Mowell & Son, Peachtree City, GA www.mowellfuneralhome.com
