Mr. Leroy Canady

Mr. Leroy Canady was born February 14th, 1942, in Center Ridge, Arkansas to Diversa Bell-Clinkscale and James Roger Canady. Raised by Rubin Payne (fher) who taught him to be a man, the value of work hard, and to respect everyone. All three parents preceded him in deh. He was the eldest of three siblings; one preceded him in deh (Narvel Payne). Leroy enjoyed ALL things cars; whether it was racing one, fixing one, or helping some else find one. He was a people person- always smiling, socializing, singing, and humming. He was a good-nured jokester th would do anything to make others smile. He was a huge wrestling fan. Leroy was a longtime employee of Pepsi Cola having worked there for 30 years upon his retirement in 2004. Leroy accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his Saviour and loved his church home Graceway Church of which he was a member since 1988. He was active member of the church and Way of Life Sunday school class. Leroy was unified in marriage with Carla Canady on June 27, 1993. Leroy leaves behind to cherish his memory; Carla Canady (wife), Vita Mechelle King (daughter), Terry (Monique) Canady (son), Jerry Canady (son), Ebony Moore (daughter), Marquita Brooks (daughter), Shirlene Sanders (sister), Janene Sanders (niece), Shannon King (grandchild), Tia Canady (grandchild), Eric Hood Jr (grandchild), Emari Hood (grandchild), Rozetta Evans (bonus daughter), and a host of cousins and lifelong friends.