Leon "Lee" Sanford, 93, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, April 21, 2006, at Life Care Center.
She was born Jan. 4, 1913, in Kennett, Mo., daughter of Daniel W. and Eva Hearn Sanford.
Sanford lived in St. Louis many years and worked at Libson's Specialty Shop. She moved to Cape Girardeau a few months ago. She was a member of the United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a niece, Debra Williamson of Cape Girardeau.
She was preceded in death by two sisters.
Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hagy Cemetery in Dexter, Mo., with the Rev. John Adams officiating.
Watkins and Sons Funeral Home at Dexter is in charge of arrangements.
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