Cindy Ledbetter, 62, of Speegleville, passed away Tuesday, November 22nd at her residence.
Private Graveside Service: Saturday, November 26th at Osage Cemetery.
Visitation: 6 to 8PM Friday, November 25th at Harris Creek Baptist Church, 401 Stageline Drive, McGregor.
Cindy was born in Waco on April 19, 1954, the fourth and youngest child of Rufus and Agnes Gatlin. She attended Midway schools, from which she graduated in 1972. She then went on to receive an education degree from Texas A & I University and was an educator for 31 years. Her plan was to retire at the end of this year.
She met Doug Ledbetter on the Cedar Break Trail Ride when she was in high school and they were married a few years later on May 19, 1973. Together they had two children, Lori and Cory. Cindy enjoyed traveling with her family and going camping to several national parks. Spending time with her five grandchildren was one of her greatest joys.
Having taught elsewhere for a few years, Cindy joined the Midway ISD faculty, where she taught for 29 years. Twenty-two years ago she became the director of the “Goal Tenders”, the Midway High School dance team. “Coach L”, as she was affectionately referred to by her dance team girls, dedicated herself to working tirelessly to develop, not only quality performing teams, but, more importantly, young women of high principals and character.
She was preceded in death byher parents, and brothers, Kenneth and Earl Gene Gatlin.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Doug Ledbetter; children, Lori Ledbetter Wadsworth and husband Josh, and Cory Ledbetter and wife Lori; grandchildren, Coy, Nash and Liza Wadsworth, and Bailey and Bryson Ledbetter; and sister, Janet Hardee.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to the Midway ISD Education Foundation.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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I am so sorry for the family’s loss. Coach L meant so much to my grandchildren Michaela and Mackenzie Donahoo and to my daughter Lisa. I know she will be greatly missed.
Mrs. Ledbetter was not only a great teacher but also a kind and loving mentor to me during my study as a high school student at Midway High School. She will always be missed and remembered.
Doug I am so sorry to hear about Cindy. God bless you aand your family. Loving memories, Donna Owens
Cindy and grew up together, played high school basketball together and then taught in the district that we both loved. Heaven is now a sweeter place since Cindy arrived.
Cindy and I grew up together, played high school basketball together and then taught in the district that we both loved. Heaven is now a sweeter place since Cindy arrived.
Cindy was a very sweet lady.i am very sorry for the families loss.my God Give you peace in your time of loss .John Curtis
My thoughts and prayers are with yall. So sorry for your loss. Cindy was my sons favorite 2nd grade teacher. She will be missed.
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. We are thinking and praying for your family to help give you strength. Love you always. The Wilson Family
Cindy was one of my first friends when I moved to Woodway in the 8th grade. We lived one street over from each other and spent lots of time at each other’s houses. She was always beautifu and gracious inside and out. I was also privileged to teach her grandchildren, Coy, Nash, and Liza. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Not even my wife could make me dance…Cindy however…got me to do the daughter/father dance. We are so heart broken with her loss. Rest well Coach L……..We love and miss you
To the family, Adjusting to the loss and loneliness caused by death takes time; we need to remember that even this most extreme experience does not separate us or our loved ones from God’s plan or His love. The apostle Paul noted that God revealed details about what happens after death to encourage and comfort us, to give us hope in times of personal loss, that we not “sorrow as others who have no hope” (1 Thessalonians 4:13). God’s promise of eternal life is certain; we can safely trust in it as long as we are faithful to Him. Writing to a fellow minister, Paul spoke of his confidence in the “hope of eternal life which God, who cannot lie, promised before time began” (Titus 1:2). When a family member dies, there is no denying the sense of loneliness and emptiness and the feeling of unfinished business—that we should have said or done more. Look upon death as a home-going. May loving memories bring you strength, comfort, and peace. With our love and prayers, God bless all of you and keep you in His love! Annie Pearl and Gary Huffman,