Clara Jean (DeHeart) Leber
November 4, 1971 ~ November 17, 2022
Born in:
Denver, CO
Resided in:
Pueblo, CO
Celebration of Life:
Clara Jean Leber, 51, passed away on Nov. 17, 2022. She is survived by her parents, Charles and Juanita DeHeart of Pueblo; brothers, John DeHeart of Alpine, Calif., and Joe (Jennifer) DeHeart of Pueblo; sister, Carol (Tom) Swedensky of Woodland Park; sons, Marine Staff Sgt. Michael (Alyssa) Leber of Yucca Valley, Calif., Seaman Zachary Leber of Groton, Conn., and Gregory Leber of Pueblo; grandchildren, Geo and Layla Leber; and many nieces and nephews. Her grandparents, Humphrey and Margaret DeHeart and Ben and Edith Pearson, preceded her in death.
Clara was born in Denver on November 4, 1971, and graduated from Central High School. She received a Paralegal Degree from Pueblo Community College and worked for various lawyers over the years. Her most recent job was at the Bruce McCandless Veterans Home in Florence. Clara loved being with her boys and family. She was a member of Central Christian Church, and Job’s Daughters.
Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Memorial service, 2 p.m., Thursday, March 9, 2023, in the Montgomery & Steward Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Clara’s honor to the American Cancer Society, PO BOX 370207, Denver, CO 80237, or https://donate3.cancer.org/ Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com
Services
Memorial Service: March 9, 2023 2:00 pm
Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com
Remembered always! Fly high!
Charles, Juanita, and families,
Mom and I are here in Ohio, having watched Clara’s service. It was good to hear such kind words spoken of her. We remember the time she came with her boys to Ohio for Robert’s wedding. She was brave to make that trip by herself. We loved that she came and thoroughly enjoyed her visit. She certainly did have a unique sense of humor that we enjoyed whenever we were with her. I remember meeting up with her the summer she stayed in Nantucket. She bought ME (Julie) supper and we had a good talk and lots of laughter. A family gathering (yours and ours) was always interesting with Clara at the party. We can understand why she loved her boys and was so proud of them, they turned out well. We loved Clara so much and miss her dearly. We are grateful that we were able to be part of her service today. Thank you very much. Our sympathies and love to all.
Aunt Kay and Cousin Julie from Ohio
Best friend I ever meet and soo much fun being with her and spending time !! Make everyone laugh!!
Clara you will always be one of my best friends. We will meet again one dayHun RIP
You will always be one of my very best friends. I can’t ever forget you Hun. RIP one day we will meet again.
rest in peace sister ..your bro John
Sending my love and condolences to the whole family! May all your favorite memories help you through your grief.
Clara and I met when her family moved to La Huerta Street. We had an on-going joke as to who tried to friend the other based on the lure of a trampoline. We were maybe 6 years old and neither of us had that darned trampoline. The last time we visited, we joked about that trampoline.
We were fast friends and spent time playing on the neighborhood island, hiding notes under rocks for the other to retrieve (especially if one of us was in trouble and/or grounded), playing ditch ‘em in the neighborhood backyards and hidden walkways, walking to Alco and eating many a snowcone.
Clara was sassy. Always. It was one of her most endearing characteristics and I loved watching her in action. She sassed everyone. Friends, family, classmates, bosses, people in the store. It was how she displayed affection and it was AWESOME because it made her fearless in making friends and she had a lot of them. My Mom used to say, “Oh that Clara! We just love her.”
Along with the sass came loyalty. If she decided to be your friend, she was going to be a darn good one. She called many hotels in Newburgh, New York to find me the night before I left for college. She was spending the summer on Nantucket and having a blast. It was so good to hear her voice and encouragement. Oh, and the sass.
There are so many stories to tell – sunburned prom, driving 100 mph on the Wetmore highway, basketball games, graduations, the birth of her eldest son. The last time we visited, I entered her room wearing a mask and a face shield. She, deadpan, said, “You can take the beekeeper’s outfit off.” Then she grinned. We had a great big hug. Sass.
She was just a great person, all the way around. She lived life on her terms and that’s admirable.
To the DeHeart family and Clara’s sons, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope she’s at peace.
I’ve been putting this off because I can’t believe you are gone Clare Bear.
I met Clara in 6th grade at Orchestra rehearsal. Mr. Earl Corey was our teacher. Clara drove me nuts at first. She had this habit of playing a kazoo. Mr. Corey would take her Kazoo away and next thing you know she would pull another out of her pocket. She was a kid at heart and loved to be silly. We were best friends thru highschool (got in lots of trouble together!!). I remeber her love of singing in the choir amd Hippos! We stayed in touch over the next 43 years. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding when I got married and was there for me when I needed her. One of my wedding pictures is her cover photo on Facebook.
Clara eventually switched from kazoos to bubbles. When she was in the hospital for surgeries or illness she would often call me up and say “I need you… bring the bubbles” and I would show up to her hospital room and she would make us all laugh (including the nurses) blowing bubbles. I already miss her and her laughter so much. A piece of my world is missing. There will never be anyone like my Clare Bear.
To her parents, children and family … I send my deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss.
Rest easy Clara and know how much you were loved.
We’ll miss Clara’s giant smile, big heart, & fun personality. She had a way of lighting up the room when she walked in. Loved to listen to her talk about her sons – her pride & joy. Sending caring thoughts & lots of love to Charles, Juanita, Carol, John, Joe, & Clara’s sons during this very sad time. We hope that many happy memories of Clara bring a smile to your face & warm your heart. Rest in peace dear Clara.
Had the opportunity to work with Clara at Bruce Mcandless for a few years such a sweet funny person. Glad to have spent many different times with you in and out of work. Love and miss you. R.I.P. my sweet friend till we meet again. ❤️
Such a great person so grateful I was able to meet and work with her. I guess God needed another angel.
I worked with Clara at Bruce mccandless veteran’s community living center. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity. Such a great person Clara was. She will be deeply missed!
I worked with Clara at Bruce mccandless veteran’s community living center. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity. Such a great person Clara was. She will be deeply missed!
I had the opportunity working with Clara for many years at the Bruce McCandless. She was a joy to work with and had that great sense of humor that made us all laugh.
Peace and comfort to all the family.
Kelly Black
Dear Charles and Juanita, I’m so very sorry to hear about Clara. I remember babysitting her when she was little and wish I could have known her as an adult. I lost a child two years ago, and I can only just begin to understand what you’re going through. Much love to you and your family during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to the family. Love and miss you Clara.
Debbie and I have known Clara since she was an infant. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Charles, Juanita, and the rest of the family at this loss
I had the privilege of knowing Clara since she was a toddler. Her incredible sense of humor, her deep faith, her tenacity, her fighting spirit, and her contagious laugh have left an imprint on my heart. She brought joy to my family and we miss her! Rest easy now, Sweet Girl….you deserve it!!
Deepest condolences to our former neighbors from the Chinn family who now live in Oregon, Washington, New Mexico and elsewhere, but still consider La Huerta St. in Pueblo a special place. May Clara rest in peace.
Richard & Patsy Chinn
Rest in Peace Clara. You are now free from the bonds of a horrid disease that struck your body, but your mind and spirit remain sharper than ever. Rest and enjoy your coffee and Randy Travis CDs. God be with you. Love, Evan
Prayers for the family. Clara was so kind.
Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time for Clara’s family and friends. Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things are passed away.” Rest in peace Clara.
Dear Charles, Juanita, Carol, John, Joseph, and the DeHeart family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Clara Jean. I remember meeting her for the first time in Beulah. Clara Jean was a beautiful young woman and deeply devoted to her family. May her memory be eternal, and may you find comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.
With deepest sympathy,
Anna Marie Campbell
We are going to miss you, Clar. Your wit, your logic, your strength, and most of all, your impact made to our lives. You were and still are such an inspiration to us. Your joy in living and sharing that joy with us. Your love for the Lord was prevelant in all that you said and did. God bless you and your family.
Charles and Juanita,
So sorry for your loss.
Rose Vest
My heart aches for the loss Clara’s family is feeling. It has been too long since I last spoke to Clara. We were friends in school but time and distance had gotten in the way. My prayers and thoughts are with her, about her, and her family ❤️
Dear Charles and Juanita,
We are so sorry to hear this news about your dear Clara. Our sincerest sympathies to you, our friends.
The Santarelli family
Juanita, I am so sorry about the loss of your Dear Clara. Sending prayers for the entire family. 🙏
Sending prayers to the family.