Upland: Lee Ann Staggs, 31, passed away early Wednesday morning at I.U. Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born in Marion and spent all her life in the Upland area. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, making crafts, and flower gardening. She was a 1995 graduate of Eastbrook High School and was a graduate of Indiana Business College with an Associates Degree in Graphic Design. She attended the Upland United Methodist Church. Survivors include, children: Dylan Satterthwaite, Jake Scheidt, Adriana Morris, all at home; parents: Tonya and Mark Fode, Upland, and Doug and Cristy Staggs, Summitville; her significant other, L.D. Scheidt, Upland; grandmother, Beverly Fode, Upland; siblings: Teddy Fode, Katrina Nathaniel Davis, Kelsey Gibson, Anna Staggs, Kelly Gibson, Austin Staggs; Aunts Uncles: Becky Sandoval, Steven Barb Stanley, Kim Tom Lainhart, Kevin Stanley, Jim Staggs, Anita Keaton, John Dawn Staggs, Lonnie Keaton, Susie Staggs, Steve Mary Fode, and Pam Cantrell. Service: 10:00 a.m. Monday. April 6, 2009 Jones-Smith Funeral Home Upland, Indiana Officiating: Rev. Rob Neel Pall Bearers: Teddy Fode, Chandler Staggs, Jesse Lainhart, Scott Staggs, Josh Roy, Josh Vetor, Anthony Scheidt Interment: Park Cemetery Fairmount, Indiana Visitation: 2-6 p.m. Sunday
Lynn - August 13, 2009 at 06:0.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"U no what u ment to me even if no one else did u no what we shared an how i loved u. every day the world dont have u in it is a sad dark ugly day in my heart. i love u Lee an always will...i could always make u smile or always did some thing to suprises u lol i miss u deeply"
jo abernathy - April 12, 2009 .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"my sympathy to the family. i graduated with leann in 1995, she was a great friend to me, she did my hair for prom and it was beautiful. love,jo abernathy"
Dean & Wanda Alber - April 11,.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Mark, Tonya and family. We are sending you all a big hug. We just heard the sad news of Lee Ann's passing. No parent should ever have to bury a child. Our hearts and thoughts are with you. Wish we could have been there for you. You've had a hard few years. Enjoy your grandbabies!! Love ya all!! Dean and Wanda"
Ginger Nicholson - April 08, 2.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"May God be with you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you!"
Clinton Gines - April 08, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"My prayers go out to ALL of you, I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless!"
Paige Painter - April 06, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"You fought a great fight my friend......I will pray for your family and children- I will never forget your spirit! Love, Paige"
Teri Farno - April 06, 2009 at.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Leeann will always have a special place in my heart. I am so thankful to have been able to be apart of her life. God bless."
Kenny & Cindy Shrontz - April .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Our hearts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Kenny(Coach), Cindy, Beth, & Jared Shrontz"
robin and daryl yeakle - April.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Tonya,Mark and family. Daryl and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and Prayers are with all of you. Robin,Daryl Yeakle"
Debbie Spicer - April 05, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort."
Molly (Wyatt) Hyten - April 05.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Lee Ann, you will be missed by all who had the honor and pleasure of being a part of your life. I will always remember our days in Girl Scouts, in Art Class, and those after we graduated high school. May God Bless your children and family in the coming days and may you always shine down your love and watch over us from heaven. remembering you now and always, Molly (Wyatt) Hyten and family (Josh and Addison)"
genny stevens - April 05, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Dear LD,and Famliy I am so sorry for the lost of Lee Ann.My heart goes out to you LD and the whole famliy. She always had a smile. I will keep you all in my prayers. May God be with you all through these times. Love your Cuz Genny"
Mrs. Katie McEvoy - April 05, .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Dylan, Adriana and Jake, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Know that I am thinking about and praying for you during this difficult time."
Pam Stump - April 05, 2009 at .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"I am praying that you feel God's love and peace during this difficult time. May He surround you with His comfort and hold you as you cry. Your friends are praying you through this now and in the days to come. Know that you are being supported in this way."
Dannette Gibson - April 04, 20.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"RIP LeeAnn My condolences to the family for what is surely a huge loss in your lifes. May god place his arms around you all and send you peace. I went to school with Lee Ann at Madison Grant and she was always so vibrant and fun, she will be missed by many."
Jerry & Sheri Spence - April 0.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Lee Ann was such a kind spirit, great mother, & loving person. God must have needed her even more than we all did. Our prayers are with everyone. Sheri, Jerry, Christopher, Jonah & Madeline Spence"
Ted and Linda Pearce - April 0.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Mark and Tonya We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayer are with you and your family in this time of loss. Love you both. Ted and Linda Pearce"
karrie jo anderson - April 04,.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"I am heartsick over the loss of such a young vibrant woman. Her children should not have to learn such heart breaking lessons at such tender ages and our family will miss her terribly. I knew her since she was just a little thing, and she was always a dear friend to my seester, Brooke. God speed Lee Ann, you are loved and will be missed."
Mindy Lowden - April 03, 2009 .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Lee Ann will be missed by many! She was always a girl with a beautiful smile! In our time of sorrow God is rejoicing for his child being brought to his Kingdom. May the Peace and Comfort of our MIGHTY and LOVING God Bless you ALL!!"
Pam Whitted - April 03, 2009 a.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Adriana, Dylan and Jake: my heart aches for you and for the loss you have suffered. I know that your mom is watching over you and will always be in your heart. When the sun shines, she will be thinking of you. When the rain falls, she will be thinking of you.You have a great deal of friends that will be there for you! Mrs. Pam Whitted (aide @ Upland)"
randy futrell - April 03, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"so sorry for your loss, i know what it feels like to lose a child and it breaks my heart knowing what you are going thru. Randy"
LInda Altherr (Maynard) - Apri.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Sorry to hear about your loss. Susie Staggs was my softball coach many, many years ago and Lee Ann was on our softball team. She is in a better place now, my thoughts are will all of you."
Barry and Sharon Stiltner - Ap.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"To all of Lee Ann's family, we're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
Ginny Rice - April 03, 2009 at.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"We have so many fond memorys of Lee Ann. She and Kristi spent so much time together when they were growing up. We are privileged to have known her. She will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with her family and children. Tim and Ginny Rice"
alice tyner - April 03, 2009 a.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"i am so sorry to hear about lee ann. please know if u need anything please let me know . much love to you all !!"
Barb - April 03, 2009 at 05:52.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Dear LD, Know that we are thinking of you at this most difficult time. Please share our sympathy and support with the kids as well.Sorry we aren't able to be there for you. Love, Aunt Barb & Uncle Gene"
MIchelle Eads - April 03, 2009.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"For LD, Adriana, Dylan, Jake, and Tonya: Lee was a wonderful person, fantastic mother and the best friend I could ever ask for. There are many memories I will cherish forever. I loved her dearly and will miss her greatly. Find comfort in the hope that she is at peace now. My heart goes out to each of you. I know how much she loved all of you and you her. I am so very sorry for your loss and I am thinking of you all. If there is anything I can do just let me know. Love you guys!"
The Brown Family - April 03, 2.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"We are so sorry we will not be in Indiana on Sunday and Monday to be with our family. We love you all and are praying for everyone. Lee will be greatly missed. Love, Jessica & Kasey, Jayden & Kade Brown"
Mandi (Maritime) Ehmer - April.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"All of you, family and friends, are in my thoughts and prayers, especially her precious babies. May you all know that she is in Heaven looking down upon all of you keeping you close."
Pam & Merv Leffler - April 03,.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Tonya & Mark, We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter. No parents should have to bury their child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. We will be out of town and cannot attend the funeral, but please know we will be thinking of you and all your family. Pam & Merv Leffler"
Jessica Buster - April 03, 20.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"I graduated with Lee Ann and I often spoke with her when she would stop in at my place of work. It was always good to see her even in her toughest times she always had a smile on her face. I will miss her dearly. May god watch over and bless her family in their time of need"
Tonya Kirkwood - April 03, 200.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Tonya, you and all of Lee Ann's family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. My prayers are with you and in time I hope your memories of her will bring a smile back to your heart. You have my heartfelt sympathy. (((HUGS))) Tonya"
Deborah (Wable) Shelton - Apri.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"I'm so sorry for your loss, Doug. Adriana, Dylan and Jake, my heart aches for you & my prayers are with you. I grew up next door to Doug & got to know Lee Ann when Adriana was on my granddaughter's softball teem. She was a special person & will be dearly missed."
Arlene Clester - April 03, 200.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Oh goodness, where to begin...we are so very saddened to learn of LeeAnn's death...sweet,sweet girl. We trust that all of you will feel the warmth of God's love and gain the strength needed to get through this tough time. Cherish the special memories and may God bless each of you. Love, "Mrs. C" and John Clester"
Cancer Services of Grant County wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"The staff of Cancer Services of Grant County would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time."
Barbara Morgan - April 02, 200.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lee Ann was a beautiful lady and a wonderful mom. She will be missed by all who knew her. The Morgan family (Michael, Barb, Trenton and Trevor)"
Gerald Haughton & Denise Murphy wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Ride in peace, Lee Ann. We did not know you, but we mourn your passing. Our sympathy and condolences to family and friends. Ferris & Denise"
Crystal (Whisler) Hunt - April.. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I went to school at Madison Grant with Lee Ann. She was a great friend. I have alot of wonderful memories of our times. unfortunately we lost touch when I moved. Please know that you all now have a special guardian angel to watch over you. She will always remain in our hearts. God Bless each one of you, and I pray that God brings you comfort."
Betsy Draper - April 02, 2009 .. wrote on Jan 11, 2030:
"Everyone loved Lee Ann! We are so sorry for your loss! The Draper Family Betsy, Blakeleigh, Bliss and Dan (Bub)"