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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 2007
Page
9
John recalls overwhelming help from friends, neighbors, the team, and church after a life event. He notes neighbors bringing meals, people mowing the lawn, and unsolicited ownership of chores. The experience fostered responsibility, empowerment, and renewed strength.
Renee Leonard, 44, learned Feb 5 of rectal cancer after a troubling colonoscopy. Her husband John and their Barbers Hill Middle School family rallied as Renee underwent five weeks of radiation, chemotherapy, and three surgeries through May, aided by faith, support from Sunday school friends, and colleagues who covered her teaching and coaching duties.
The Eagle volleyball team finished 33-6 and captured the District 21-4A title as John Leonard reached his 300th win. Renee Leonard spent much of the season in the hospital, missing JT Leonard’s junior varsity football games, while Leah supported from the sidelines.
Renee finished her final two chemotherapy sessions after a fall surgery, allowing the family to celebrate Thanksgiving and reflect. John marked his 46th birthday while Renee turned 45 on Nov 10, and they recalled the overwhelming support from friends, church members, and loved ones. A Jeremiah verse anchors Renee, expressing God’s plans for welfare and hope as she faced cancer with courage.
Shonell Griffith and Crosby Cosmetology Campus led student participants in a holiday fashion show showcasing hair, makeup, and outfits. Lee College recruiter Natiesha Walker organized the event with one month of planning, aiming to give students real industry exposure and foster community interest in the cosmetology program. Registration for spring is open at www.lee.edu.
City council approved a 50000 contract in August as legal options loom. Alison Haynes outlined benefits of short seas shipping for Richardson Water Rail while residents, led by SOB Coalition, oppose the Cedar Bayou barge terminal fearing environmental harm and water recreation impact. A community meeting is set at Roseland Park Pavilion Tuesday at 6 30 p m with contact for details.
City manager Garry Brumback criticizes the owners for failing to meet obligations after months of decay and relocations at the 1300 Northwood Drive complex. If the City acts, a demolition bid, asbestos survey, and lien against the owners would precede sale, with costs resembling the Taft Circle project. Goose Creek sues for $60,000 while the county is owed over $15,000.
Randall Carter, 33, charged with capital murder in the June 2006 slaying of Bobby McCartney, appeared in Houston's 180th District Court as prosecutors pursue the death penalty. Co-defendant Michael Faught, 23, faces similar charges but not the death penalty. Faught's trial is slated for February.
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