Floyd Edwin Leek

He was born in Scofield, Utah, the son of Foster Leek and Alta Theresa Wright Leek. He married the love of his life, Sylvia Carter Leek, on December 6, 1958, in Dragerton, Utah.

In his youth, he worked as a sheep herder and briefly for the railroad. He served in the United States Army from November 1954 to November 1957. After leaving the Army, Cody became a brick mason, laying brick on homes and businesses throughout Utah and the surrounding states. It was nearly impossible to drive through the Salt Lake Valley without him pointing out homes or buildings where he had done the brickwork or blockwork.

Cody was always doing things for others and worked tirelessly to care for his family, whom he loved. He had an uncanny ability to recount stories, dates, places, and the names of people and events throughout his life. Part of his daily routine was reviewing the Utah obituaries, and he would say it was to make sure his name wasn’t in them.

In retirement, Cody spent much of his time at his cabin in Joes Valley, Utah, cherishing the friendships he built within the community, especially his close bond with his father-in-law, James “Clair” Carter. He loved being outdoors in Joes Valley and treasured time with his children and grandchildren, whether riding four-wheelers, fishing, or hunting together. Cody loved the outdoors and enjoyed searching for arrowheads.

He is survived by his wife, Sylvia, and their children: Rodney (Anne) Leek; Troy (Heidi) Leek; and Kandi (Brett) Sant; seven grandchildren: Chelsea (Wayne) Smedley, Caitlin Leek, Cody (Jade) Leek, Megan (Tanner) McKean, Carter Sant, Dillon Sant, Jake Sant; nine great-grandchildren: Kambree Smedley, Knox Leek, Brantley Haws, Bexley Leek, Waelyn Smedley, Dawson Leek, Brynlee McKean, Berrett Smedley, and Oaklee McKean; his sisters-in-law, Loralie Carter and Betty Leek; and his brother-in-law, Steven Carter.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Jerry Leek, Leonard Leek, Kenneth Leek, William “Bill” Leek, and Samuel “Sam” Leek; his sister, Shannon Leek Wiggins; his father-in-law, James “Clair” Carter; his mother-in-law, Bernita Everts Carter; and his lifelong friend of more than 83 years, Ronald “Ron” Strang.

The family expresses their heartfelt appreciation to Elevation Hospice, Beehive Homes of Herriman, and Rocky Mountain Care – Riverton for their loving care and dedication.

Floyd requested to be cremated and did not wish to have funeral services. The family has chosen to honor these wishes and will celebrate his life at a later date.