Leonard Monroe

Gore

Leonard Monroe Gore son of the late Velma Fox Gore and Toney Gore was born in Ellington, Missouri, on June 18, 1938. He departed this life at his residence in Piedmont, Missouri, on December 29, 2009, having attained the age of 71 years, six months and 11 days.

In 1957 Leonard was united in marriage to Maxine Mangrum. She preceded him in death on October 15, 2001. Leonard enjoyed fishing, watching baseball and football and taking care of his chickens. He loved spending time with his dogs.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two brothers, Rolley E. and Robert Gore, and one sister, Annabelle Forshee.

Leonard is survived by four sons, Timothy Gore of Desoto, Leonard Monroe Bass of Warrenton, Kerry Gore of House Springs, Terry Gore of House Springs, five grandchildren, Savannah, Stacy, Linda, Emily and Maximus, five great-grandchildren, Jillian, Jocey, Jason, Jordan and Summer, one brother, Douglas Gore of Cedar Hill, one sister, Bessie Carter of Hillsboro, his companion, Pat White of Piedmont, one step-son, Billy Mangrum of Cedar Hill. Leonard will be deeply missed by his family and many friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Mon. 11 A.M.

Funeral services: Monday, January 4, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. McSpadden Funeral Home, Ellington, Missouri,

Minister:

Burial: Ellington City Cemetery


Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Homes, Ellington, MO


In lieu of flowers: Missouri Baptist Children's Home