Janette Leatherwood Laws Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 12, 2025, at the age of 91, Janette Leatherwood Laws (Gastonia, North Carolina) passed away. 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, William Leatherwood and Cenie Leatherwood; and her siblings, Elmo Leatherwood, Y. J. Leatherwood, Hubert Leatherwood, Olan Leatherwood, John Leatherwood and Vick Leatherwood.

She is survived by: her sister Dorcas Laws; and her sibling's children, Roger Laws (Judy), Jerry Laws (Patsy), Gary Laws (Dawn), Ronald Laws (Kathy), Terry Leatherwood, Robbie Leatherwood (Suzie), Michael Leatherwood, Renee Holste and Connie.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service

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