Larry Wayne Leigh

Larry Wayne Leigh, 79, of Bois D'Arc passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born Oct. 11, 1946 in Springfield, to William E. and Alene M. (Williams) Leigh. On Nov. 26, 1969, Larry and Theda Diane Steger were united in marriage and shared over 50 years together, before Diane’s passing in 2020.

Leigh graduated from Ash Grove High School in 1964. He worked at Lily Tulip and retired after 43 years. 

He is survived by his children, Wesley Leigh and wife Piper, Travis Leigh and wife Shelly, Tyson Leigh and Christina Grant, Justin Leigh and wife Vicki, Brandon Leigh and wife Rachel, Brianna Arnold and husband Adam; several grandchildren; sister, Sandy Leigh; sister-in-law, Juanita Lemons and husband Tom.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Diane Leigh; and daughter, Shannon Holkum.

Visitation was from 6-8 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Ash Grove. Memorial graveside services were at 2 p.m., Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Yeakley Cemetery, Bois D’Arc.