Mary Ann Leyh of Harrisonville, Missouri was born July 25, 1935 in Scranton Pennsylvania the daughter of Glenn Ellsworth, and Anna (Kelley) Ellsworth. She departed this life on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at her home in Harrisonville, Missouri surrounded by love at the age of 90 years, 11 months and 10 days.
On February 5, 1955 Mary was united in marriage to Henry Kistler Leyh in Chillum, Maryland.
She found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved crocheting, creating beautiful handmade treasures that will be cherished by family and friends for years to come. A devoted football fan, she looked forward to cheering on her favorite teams each season. Above all, her greatest happiness came from spending time with her beloved great-granddaughter, Ember, whose laughter and love brought endless joy to her heart. The memories they shared together will be treasured forever by those who knew and loved her.
Besides her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Kistler Leyh on December 11, 2011; her son, William Robert Leyh on May 17, 1991; a sister. Dee; and a granddaughter Shannon.
Mary is survived by three daughters, Sharon Browning, Freeman, Missouri, Cheryl Leyh of Freeman, Missouri and Melissa White of Harrisonville, Missouri; four grandchildren, Brandon, Ashleigh, Kelsey and Shane; 4 great grandchildren; other relatives and a host of friends.
Cremation with no services scheduled.
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