Leean "Leigh" M. Gustin Date of Birth: Wed, 08/12/1942 Date of Death: Sun, 01/08/2012
Leean “Leigh” M. Gustin, 69, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Garner and Lake Mills, Iowa, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012. In 1963 Leigh was married to Lawrence Ackarman; they had three children. In 1988 she married Tim Gustin. She was an insurance agent, working for Maben Insurance and later Farm and City Insurance. Leigh was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Mildred Lowe; sister, Miona Rilma Lowe; father-in-law, James R. Gustin. She is survived by her husband, Tim Gustin; children, Michele Schwickerath & husband, Kevin of Garner, Iowa, Brenda Ackarman-Sioson & husband, Rudy of Georgetown, Texas and Todd Ackarman & wife, Sarah of Riverside, California; grandchildren, Ben Goll & wife, Mai Mai, Miranda Schwickerath, Keith Schwickerath, Nick Sioson, Jackson Sioson, Taviana Cain, Tanner Chriske, Tatum Ackarman and Tucker Ackarman; great-grandson, Dionysus Goll; sister, Marnie Boatman & Charles Scarmardi; mother-in-law, Madge Gustin; brother-in-law, Jerry Gustin & wife, Karen and many nieces and nephews. Visitation with the family will be held at Cypress Fairbanks Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 10, 2012, from 5-8 p.m. with a Rosary at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 11, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. Tributes and condolences to the family may be made at www.cyfairfunerals.com.

Recent Tributes

  • Posted by: Bonnie and Stephen Jacobsen
    Sunday, January 15, 2012 - 12:28

    Dearest Tim, Todd, Brenda, Michele, Marnie and families

    My heart fell and my soul grieved when I read about the loss of my dear friend, Leigh. I never knew anyone who had the strength and faith as she did. She lived life to the fullest in such a positive manner. I know her family was her life and her friends were many. Our times as friends together when things were rough and the joy we shared when we found the love of our lives at last will not be forgotten. There is a special place for Leigh with the angels. Thank God for the gift of knowing and loving her. Our prayers are with you always.

    Stephen and Bonnie

  • Steve & Kathleen Peterson
    Friday, January 13, 2012 - 00:08

    Tim, Todd, Michele, Brenda, and Families

    We are sadden to hear of Leigh's passing. Leigh's kindness, and love for all shone through her beautiful eyes & smile. Just seeing Leigh would make you smile. We feel blessed to have known her.

    We will charish the memory, of the day we had to look her up at the Ins. office, and ask her to come to the Court House, to be our witness for the marriage license. We always felt a special bond to Leigh, for that act of kindness...a little chuckle also.

    May God's Grace, and your loving memories, give you comfort & peace, through your time of sorrow.

    Our Deepest Sympathy,
    Steve & Kathleen

  • b heath
    Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 14:24

    I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. You can find much comfort in the Holy Scriptures which assures us at Psalms 34:18 that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

  • Tim Ackarman
    Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 11:23

    Condolences to the family and many friends of Leigh. Her life was too short and not always easy, but she certainly squeezed the most fun possible out of whatever time and opportunities she had. Cherish those memories and know the thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this difficult time.

  • Craig and Linda Ackarman
    Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 09:01

    To: Tim, Michelle, Brenda, Todd, Marnie and all family members

    Leigh was a wonderful, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who was so full of fun and laughter. We have many wonderful memories of time spent together when all the children were little.
    Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers and pray that many wonderful memories of Leigh will be a source of comfort in the days ahead.

  • Tim, Michele,Todd, Brenda, Marnie and Families
    Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 07:03

    We were so very sorry to hear about Leigh's passing away. She was an absolutely beautiful person and always a joy to be with. I will never forget the fun times we had together in Garner. I will always treasure those memories. She will be missed by many, many people. May our Dear Lord bless each and every one of you and bring you peace and comfort thru this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With our deepest sympathy, Steve and Vickie Nelson

  • Sharon Chapman
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 17:19

    Tim & family of Leigh,

    I am truly sadden at the passing of Leigh. She was such a wonderful woman. When we met in Hawaii, she was full of life, laughter & love. A very sincere person who you were comfortable to be around. I will never forget her beautiful smile. May her soul forever rest in peace.

    May memories carry you through as Angels have carried her.

    Still praying for you all at this time and beyond.

  • Sharon Chapman
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 17:17

    Tim & family of Leigh,

    I am truly sadden at the passing of Leigh. She was such a wonderful woman. When we met in Hawaii, she was full of life, laughter & love. A very sincere person who you were comfortable to be around. I will never forget her beautiful smile. May her soul forever rest in peace.

    May memories carry you through as Angels have carried her.

    Still praying for you all at this time and beyond.

  • Sharon Chapman
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 17:11

    Tim & family members of Leigh,

    I am still grieving at the passing of Leigh. I met her in Hawaii and we had a whale of a time, even though it was short. She was funny, vibrant, sincere, and we connected like we knew each other long ago. I am so sorry I did not tell Leigh how special she made me feel or how our meeting had such an impact on my life, a wonderful woman indeed, her beautiful smile I will always remember, May her soul forever rest in peace.

    May memories carry you through as Angels have carried her.

    Still praying for you all during this time.

  • Scott and Lori DeVary
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 15:17

    Kevin, Michele, and family

    We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. We want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you can find some comfort in your many happy memories.
    Our deepest sympathy.
    Scott and Lori

  • Dennis Palmer
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 11:51

    Brenda,

    I am sorry to hear about your loss. Although I have never met your mom, by knowing you, I can tell she was a wonderful person.
    I know this is a difficult time for you but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Dennis

  • Jill and Dennis Schott
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 10:52

    Tim, Michelle, Brenda, Todd, Marnee, and Families,
    We are saddened to hear of Leigh's death. When I think of her, the thoughts are happy...she was so full of life and truly treasured her family. She had a genuine interest in the people she knew and always had time to chat (and chat and chat...Pringle?)
    She and Mom got along so well, can you imagine heaven with the 2 of them? Should be a very fun place!!
    There was so much love in her heart and she wasn't afraid to pass it on. She will be missed.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • Judy Benson
    Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 09:27

    To the Gustin and extended families,
    I, in a round about way, worked with Leigh in Forest City, Iowa, and am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all! Please remember this: "Death is not distinguishing the light, it is only putting out the lamp because the dawn has come".
    We will see our loved ones again someday, so keep that faith!
    A great lady will be missed by all!
    God Bless!

  • Tim,Michele, Brenda, Todd, Marnie and Families
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 22:52

    We were so saddened to hear of Leighs' death. We know she had a tough battle to fight but fought it with courage. Leigh was very special gal with a very caring heart. She so loved her family and friends and they loved her. We are thinking of you and pray that you will find comfort and peace in the days ahead. May God surround you with family and friends during this difficult time.

  • Rick and Nancy Kaduce
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 22:34

    Tim,Michele Brenda,Todd, Marnie and Families,

    We were very saddened to hear of Leighs' death. We are so sorry for your loss. She so loved her family and friends. She was so proud of all of you and we could see how much you all loved her. We hope that you will find comfort with all the memories you have made, and that those memories will help you find peace in the days ahead. We are thinking and praying for all of you. God Bless!

  • Peggy Thompson, Kip Simms and Chuck Gee at Applus Technologies
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 15:34

    Brenda,
    Our hearts go out to you and your loved ones this day.

  • Tim, Michele, Brenda, Todd
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 14:19

    I am very sorry to see the passing of your mom, she was such a wonderful lady. Always remember the good times you had with her.
    Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
    Becky Sankey Rollefson

  • Don, Mary, Catherine and Megan Grosdidier
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 13:18

    Dear Tim, Todd, Brenda and Michele,

    You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry we can not be with you. We have such fond memories of our summer reunions with Leigh and the family.

    Love,
    Don, Mary, Catherine and Megan

  • Jim and Laurel McMahon
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 11:41

    We are thinking of you all at this difficult time. We pray for friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories to heal your heart.

  • Ron and Jean Pederson
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 10:37

    So sad to hear that Leigh has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.

  • Ron and Jean Pederson
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 10:32

    It was so sad to see the notice in the paper this morning. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this difficult time.

  • Dar Hammitt
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 08:11

    Tim, Todd, Brenda, Michele, Marnie & family

    I don't think there was ever anyone who met Leigh that didn't love her. A stranger was always a new friend! Her love for Tim and her family and life and having fun was never ending. Her smile actually would light up a room. She always looked for good in everyone she knew. She taught so much to so many just by the way she lived her life!

    We had a million laughs and tears, walks and talks and memories during our years working together at Farm & City. She never missed a day without letting everyone know how much they meant to her. She will "forever" be missed. "To know her, was to love her". Our hearts go out to all of you.

    Dar and Danny

  • Toni and Buch Buchheister
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 06:53

    Gus, We are so sorry to hear of Leigh's passing. Here's wishing you and your family strength and peace through this difficlt time. Take care.
    Buchheisters

  • Karen Slaichert & Family
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 01:42

    Michele and Families,

    Thinking of you and praying that God will comfort you during this difficult time and the days ahead.

  • Skip and Nancy Schlyer
    Tuesday, January 10, 2012 - 00:11

    Tim.... We are truly saddened to hear about Leigh. She was such a wonderful person and a joy to be around. We will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • Chelcy Carson and family
    Monday, January 9, 2012 - 20:42

    She was a lovely woman and such a treasure to know. Prayers for peace during this difficult time.

  • Jim Beilman
    Monday, January 9, 2012 - 15:49

    I am saddened by the passing of Leigh.
    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.....

  • Phil Toepfer
    Monday, January 9, 2012 - 15:09

    Dear Tim and family...I am truly saddened in Leigh's passing. Laurie and I sincerely enjoyed meeting Leigh at our 40th reunion. I will treasure the conversations I had with her while setting up the VFW and watching you play the drums to "our kind of music". In the short time I had with Leigh I could tell she was a warm caring individual deserving of a great guy such as yourself. Thank you for sharing her with us. Our love and prayers are with you.

    I will have my brother, the priest,(John) include Leigh in his mass intentions this Sunday when I am visiting him and the "Crow" in Colorado Springs.

    Praying for and Thinking of you and Leigh and your family...Phil

  • Mareen Nedved
    Monday, January 9, 2012 - 12:03

    Tim,Todd, Brenda, Michele and Families

    It sadened me so much to hear that Leigh passed away. I was blessed to have seen her when she was back in Forest City and was out with the "Farm and City gals". She was an amazing woman, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother......she was so proud of all of you.
    The world lost a very special lady but heaven gained another angel. My prayers are with you all!! If there is going to be any type of service back her in Iowa please let me know. Take care!!

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