Leon Daniel Sheoships

Leon Daniel Sheoships

June 5, 1947 - February 7, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leon Daniel Sheoships, who left us on February 7, 2025, at the age of 77. Born in Pendleton, OR, on June 5, 1947, to Dorothy (Miles) and John Sheoships, Leon lived a life full of love, laughter, and simple pleasures.

Leon was a man who cherished time spent with family and was often found enjoying the great outdoors, especially fishing, where he found peace and joy. His love for the outdoors extended to cleaning his guns and polishing his boots—habits that reflected his strength and meticulous nature. Leon was a Marine who fought in the Vietnam War and received a Purple Heart for his service to the country.

An avid reader, Leon found joy in the pages of his favorite books, often immersed in the thrilling tales of Stephen King, the mysterious world of Bigfoot stories, and books about aviation.

Leon is survived by his wife, Nora Sheoships (Bourke); sisters June Sheoships, Anna Sheoships, Elma Sheoships, and Alva Sheoships; daughters Cecelia Sheoships, Shari Sheoships, and Karen Lee; grandchildren Carrisa Close, Lily Sheoships, Paul Sheoships, Wauker Tate, Jonathan Tate, Vincent Sheoships, Jerold Billy, Sean Lee, Frank Lee, and Frankie Lee; great-grandchildren Nettie Sheoships, Nikko Close, Dalton Dave, and Lucas Frank. He is also survived by extended family members from CTUIR and Whiteriver, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and John Sheoships; sisters, Bernadine Sheoships, Erma Sheoships, and Harriet Bott; brothers, Orville Sheoships and Emmett Sheoships; his daughter, Misty Sheoships; and his grandson, Dalton McKay.