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Chester Cemore "Chet" Leonard

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Chester Leonard Obituary

Chester Cemore "Chet" Leonard , 74, of Lewis, died 3/23/2017 at Vista Grande Nursing Home in Cortez . Born 7/21/1942.

Services are under the direction of Ertel Funeral Home. To send condolences or to view the full obituary, log on to www.ertelfuneralhome.com and click on the obituary section.

A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29th at Goodman Point Cemetery.

Published by The Journal on Mar. 24, 2017.
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We are sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and wishing there was a way of making it easier to bare.

Greg & Elaine Uranga

March 29, 2017

I got to know Chet in the 90s. I always enjoyed visiting and taking care of his platting projects. You will be missed Mr. Leonard.

Jana Laney

March 28, 2017

Ginny, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Endres

March 27, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with Chet's Family and friends. Its been a rough six months loosing Leon, Hays and now Chet

Norman & Charlotte Leonard

March 27, 2017

May you have the comfort of friends and family during this time of loss. May Chet rest in peace.

Deana and Wally Costello

March 26, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers your way.

Bruce and jerri frizzell

March 25, 2017

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