September 17, 1942 – December 20, 2023
Ora Leland Wagner, born September 17, 1942, to Harry and Novella Wagner, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.
He was born and raised in Lawrence County and married the love of his life, Monta Sue Wagner, on June 28, 1960. Together, they had four beautiful children. He traveled the country, working in construction and gaining many friends and family. His home place eventually became Ocklawaha, FL, which he loved so much. He retired there and was known to love and help many in the community. He was a beloved Little Dove Baptist Church member and was very active in his church until he returned to Bedford to be closer to his family.
Surviving to cherish the memory of Leland are his sons, Robert “Bill” Wagner (Heidi) of Bedford, IN, David Wagner (Ann) of Leakesville, MS, Harold Wagner (Martina) of Dunn, NC, and son-in-law, Don Pate of Bedford, IN. Grandchildren are Anthony Wagner (Ashley), Zachary Wagner (Kayla), Danielle Clines (Cameron), Christopher Pate, Brandy Colgan, Kayla Wagner, Megan Wade (Noah), Justin Wagner (Hattie), and Gracie Wagner. He also leaves behind 13 great-grandchildren, his sister, Joan Condra (Jim), and several nieces and nephews.
Leland was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Cheryl Wagner Pate, sisters Margaret August and Jane Love; and brother Harry Wagner Jr.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes, with Brother Kerry Allen officiating. Burial will follow at Pinhook Cemetery. Visiting hours will be from 11:00 a.m. until the service time on Friday, also at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel.
Remembrances and condolences may be shared online at www.FergusonLee.com.
