"I have known Leslie since 1984 when I was just a kid growing up with her 2 sons. She always treated me like family and genuinely cared about my well being. God bless her and if I am lucky enough I will see her again in heaven."
In loving memory of
Leslie Joan Seibel
April 22, 1952 - March 15, 2017
Leslie J. (Woodward) Seibel
A full of life, 64 year-old who was a beautiful person, loving wife, sister, mother and grandmother should not need an obituary at this early time. Sadly, Leslie Seibel of Austin, Texas passed away after a brave and courageous battle with cancer on March 15, 2017 surrounded by her husband, sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren. She was born April 22, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her Father, Harold Boyd Woodward and Mother, Jane Claire (McFeely) Woodward. Leslie is survived by her husband of nearly 43 years, Ronald E. Seibel of Austin. In addition, she is survived by her sons Philip M. Seibel (Charity), Geoffrey S. Seibel (Kristin) and four granddaughters, Allison, Brooklyn, Madeline and Shelby. She is also survived by her sisters Beth Hanley, Ellen Meranda and Laurel Woodward Straker (Norm).
Leslie and Ron had a blessed life together and were truly in love from the moment they met in Washington, D.C. Leslie was an insurance benefits advisor for over 20 years and worked with her husband in a family owned insurance agency, but she was most admired for her infectious smile, spunky attitude, care for others and love for her husband and family. Leslie was also a gifted organizer, cook, decorator, shopper and conversationalist. She always thought of others before herself and never liked attention. Her wedding anniversary was more important to her than birthdays and her four granddaughters meant the world to her. She enjoyed camping, hiking, beaches, the outdoors and being with friends and family. She was a graduate of Norwalk High School (Norwalk, Ohio) and received her Bachelors Degree from the University of Phoenix. She was a member of the Austin Association of Underwriters and a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts of America.
A celebration of Leslies blessed life will be held on Monday, March 20 at Harrell Funeral Home, 4435 Frontier Trail, Austin, Texas with visitation at 1:00 PM followed by a service at 2:00 PM and burial at Phillips Cemetery in Dripping Springs, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages financial gifts made in memory of Leslie Seibel to Hospice Austin, 4107 Spicewood Springs Rd., Austin, TX 78759 or on-line to hospiceaustin.org. You may also make a donation to Texas Oncology Foundation, 12221 Merit Drive, Suite 500, Dallas, TX 75251 and please indicate Clinical Research in the memo line of the check.
Tributes
"Im sorry for your loss. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away. For if, because of one mans trespass, death reigned through that one man, much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man Jesus Christ. William E. Seibel Carnegie, PA"
"God's peace, comfort & strength as you journey through your loss. We haven't met, but we share the same last name. My father-in-law's name was Jacob Frederick Seibel. Sincerely, Helen (Hoh) Seibel"
"My name is Tom McLaughlin. I went to high school with Leslie and remember her well. As fresh faced 16 year olds, we went to the Sadie Hawkins dance together. I still have a picture of us from that evening. I remember her house on Linwood Blvd. and her three little sisters. God bless you, Leslie. Rest in Peace."
"May the many happy memories of Leslie as a sister, wife, mother, grandmother and friend help to sustain each of you at this most difficult time."
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"Leslie my friend, you will be missed by so many. It seems so unreal that you are not here anymore and so unfair. You were a very special lady, Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend. You were a blessing to us all. So glad we met 20 years ago and have shared so many things together. You've been a loyal and fun friend. Rest in peace and may God bless you and your family. Love you, Linda"