He retired from Sterling Store & Probation Officer, a graduate of Arkansas Tech and was a member of First Baptist Church. He was the son of the late Buster E. Leavell and Margaret Young Leavell and was preceded in death by one son and one brother.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Jean Gregory Leavell of Monticello; one son, Larry Leavell and wife, Diane, of Amory, MS; one daughter, Joyce E. Leavell Keeling and husband, James, of McGehee; one sister, Margaret Elmo Scott of Benton; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Condolences(20)
Gail Kizer
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 17, 2009 My deepest sympathies to the Leavell family. Mr. Leavell worked in the Courthouse down the hall from me. He and I had some wonderful conversations and I enjoyed visiting with him. He will be missed.Marie & David Rodela
McGehee, AR Tuesday, September 15, 2009 GOD be with you all as you make this trip through the valley of the shadow of death. Remember it is just a shadow. Your dad is even more alive than we are. Joy will come on that blessed morning. Love you.... Marie and David RodelaJerry Palmer
Schererville, IN Friday, September 11, 2009 Larry, Joyce, and Betty,Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Growing up in Monticello I have known your family my entire life and I pray that God gives you comfort during this time.
Jerry Palmer
Evelyn Baker
Mountain Home, AR Friday, September 11, 2009 I was so sorry to read of Marlin's death. Glad I got to visit with you briefly while in Monticello. Sorry I didn't see Marlin. Our friendship goes way back to The Sky Pilot in Russellville. Praying the Lord will comfort you, Larry & Joyce and give you peace. Jacque sends her love too.John W. & Virginia Young
Wichita, KS Thursday, September 10, 2009 Betty, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this period of sadness and loss. John wishes he could be there to share in the celebration of Marlin's life here on earth and rejoice in his new life in heaven. Especially tomorrow, he will be thinking of the good times when he, Marie, Elmo and Marlin were growing up in Russellville with such wonderful parents.Tommy & Pat Matthews
, TX Thursday, September 10, 2009 Betty, Larry, & JoyceOur thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God be with you tomorrow and forever.
Tommy & Pat Matthews
Johnny Judson
Columbus, MS Thursday, September 10, 2009 Larry, you and your family are in my prayers. My deepest sympathies......Johnny.Jeff & DonnaCheatham
Russellville, AR Thursday, September 10, 2009 Betty: Donna and I send our thoughts & prayers to youduing this difficult time. Even though it's been a long time since our days in Monticello, I still remember Marlin's friendship and faithfulness to me and First Baptist Church....My our Lord be you guide and strength in the days ahead.
Ray Gilbert
Stuttgart, AR Thursday, September 10, 2009 Betty, Larry, Joyce,As a past co-worker at Sterlings, I just want to say how sorry I am of MR. Leavell's passing. My thoughts are with you the family at this special time.
Charles and Lisa Miller
Millport, AL Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry and Diane,We are praying for you and the family at this time.
Mike Davis
Ethelsville, AL Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry,Although I never knew your dad; he and your mom raised a very special son that I am very proud to call a friend. Tuesday afternoon God reached down and brought your dad back up to Heaven taking away his pain. He is now soaring among the Heavens as one of God's watching down on those he left behind. I'll be around any time you need me.
BIC,
Lou Midgett
Georgetown, LA Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry, thinking of you, your mom and family at this time in the last of your dad.Love ya
The Midgett family - Georgetown, La.
Susan Perrigin
Reform, AL Wednesday, September 9, 2009 My prayers are with you and your family . May God bring you some comfort.Susan Perrigin
Sharon Keys
Columbus, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 My God give you peace at this time of need. I am thinking of you, knowing that it is a difficult time for your whole family.Judi Betts
Columbus, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry, I just want you to know I am thinking about you and your family during this time. Please know that you, your family, your Mother and Sister are in my thoughts and prayers.Steve Brown
Columbus, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry and family--Your colleagues and friends here at Baptist Hospital Golden Triangle, are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).--Chaplain Steve Brown and Larry's Baptist family
Bob Waldrop
Steens, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry, we have you in our prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.Mahlon & Terry Geer
COlumbus, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.Susan Criddle
Columbus, MS Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Larry: Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Janice "Gladden" McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, September 9, 2009 Mr Leavell was a great Christian man and friend to all. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. With great sympathy, Janice