Leilia Irene Damron Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Leilia Irene Damron (Kirksville, Missouri), who passed away on March 31, 2026, at the age of 98, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Leilia Irene Damron to show support.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Leilia leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Leilia may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Richard Ray and Nettie Jane Snyder Sanford; her son Freddie Dean Damron; her husband Harold Dean "Bud" Damron; and her brother Kenneth Sanford.
She is survived by: her son David Kieth Damron (Elaine) of Springfield, MO; her sister Clara Truitt of Kirksville, MO; her grandchildren, Kathy Phipps of Wichita, KS, Kirstie Damron of Melbourne Beach, FL, Jennifer Damron Correa of Springfield, MO, Brian K. Damron (Jess Blakemore) of Washington, D. C. and Rachel Dixon (Ethan) of Springfield, MO; Zachary Phipps of Orlando, FL. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
