Jere Ward Leyendecker

Jere Ward Leyendecker, 74, born in Laredo, passed away November 21, 2010. Mr. Leyendecker was a local rancher. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army with the canine security corps that guarded Nike missile bases.He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest A. Leyendecker and Kathleen A. Leyendecker and brother Patrick Henry Leyendecker.He is survived by two brothers and their spouses; Ernest and Julia Leyendecker of Houston and Randy and Sandy Leyendecker of Kerrville. Also surviving are his eight nieces and nephews and thirteen great nieces and nephews.A special thanks to his caretaker, Emily Valdez, and friend Gloria Meraz for the care and attention they gave to him.Committal and interment will be private and held at the Laredo Catholic Cemetery.Funeral Service arrangements by Fred Dickey Funeral and Cremation Services, 4502 Thomas Ave. Laredo, Texas 78041 (956) 723-3611.