Leigh Sherman

Leigh Erwin Sherman was reunited with his sweetheart of 57 years on July 5, 2010. Leigh and his beautiful young bride, Alice Marie Stuart, are together again after a brief two month separation. The two met on Alice's 16 ^th birthday, and were married soon afterwards in the Salt Lake Temple on April 29 ^th , 1953.

Leigh was born in Los Angeles, California on March 28 ^th , 1932 to Erwin James Sherman and Laura Mae Lavender Sherman. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in various leadership positions, including Branch President on two occasions. He most enjoyed serving as an ordinance worker in the St. George Temple for 9 years, where he made many long lasting friendships. He served his country faithfully in the Air Force for 10 years. He flew 38 missions as a tail gunner on a B-29 Bomber during the Korean War. He enjoyed wood working, rock polishing, tuning pianos and traveling the country with his dear companion on their Honda Gold Wing.

He is survived by his children Roger (Sandra) of West Jordan, Utah, Dan (Elaine) of Brandon, Mississippi, Luann (Bill) Van Wagoner of West Valley City, Utah, Andrew (Tina) of St. George, Utah; 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, brothers James Arthur (Gwen) Sherman, Richard (Bonnie) Sherman, Eugene (Ruth) Sherman, and sister Lucille Spendlove.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Alice Marie Stuart Sherman.

Dad, we love your sense of humor, kindness to others and generosity. We will always remember the tenderness, selfless love and caring you gave to mother. We can only imagine the joyous reunion that you are experiencing with your eternal companion. You were a great example to us through your faith and unwavering devotion to the Savior.

Funeral Services will be Friday, July 9 ^th , 2010, at 11:00 am at the Leeds 1 ^st Ward Chapel, 75 N Main St, with a viewing at 10:00 am. Interment will be at Hurricane City Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of McMillan Mortuary (435) 688-8880.