Claire Mae Leland Obituary
In loving memory of Claire Mae Leland (Billings, Montana), who departed this world on May 29, 2026 at the age of 95. Claire leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Wayne Shoop and Charlotte Shoop (VanNice). She is survived by: her husband Edward Leland; her daughter Barbara Prestrud Billings (late Jay); her grandchild Lindsey of Portland, OR; her daughter Gayle Brakke (late Dennis); her grandchildren, Brian Brakke (Marci) of Pennsylvania, Jason Brakke of Oregon, David Brakke (Mary) of Draper, UT, Kirstin Lassig (Kirk), Stephanie Barlow (Mahonri) of St. George, UT, Daniel Brakke, Gary McClintock (late Roxie) of Billings, Ed Leland Jr. Billings and Rick Leland (Chris); her children, Nancy, Kurt and Doug Leland (Julie); and her grandchildren, Brendin of Denver and Brittney of Myrtle Beach, SC. She is also survived by 21 great grandchildren.
