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Leanna was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and nurse whose warmth and compassion touched all who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband of 14 years, Joshua Hartjen, and their three beloved children-Molly, Travis, and Bear-who were the light of her life and the heart of her world. Her love for her children was immense and unwavering, and she poured herself into their lives with joy, pride, and boundless affection.
Leanna also leaves behind her mother, Deborah (Weisz) Youngs, and her husband, Chris; two brothers, Joshua Ward and his wife, Jessica, and Kevin Ward and Alison Miller; her sister, Makayla Pitcher; as well as extended family members and dear friends who will miss her deeply.
A graduate of Candor High School, Leanna found her calling in nursing and dedicated herself to serving others through her work with UHS Homecare. Her compassion, patience, and gentle spirit made her an extraordinary caregiver, and she brought comfort and kindness into the homes and lives of those she served.
Leanna had a deep appreciation for the natural world. She loved gardening, spending time outdoors, and exploring new places. She especially cherished family vacations-those special times of adventure and togetherness that created lasting memories and strengthened the bond she held so dearly with her loved ones.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park Street, Owego, NY. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
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Penney Abildness
July 19, 2025
My first memory of Leanna was meeting her in the South Tower 3 locker room. I worked on South Tower and she worked on North Tower. We hit it off and I was so happy, as was she when she first found out she was pregnant. Then I moved on to UHS Home Care. A couple years later so did Leanna. It was nice seeing an old friend. My last memory was us sitting together a couple weeks ago at a work meeting and talking about another colleague whom we both admire very much. We didn´t see each other often but I will miss her and her beautiful smile very much.
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Rachal Acri
July 17, 2025
Leanna was a very nice lady. I worked with her at homecare & she was a great nurse. Always kind over the phone or in person. A very good nurse as well. Blessing to her family & friends.
Jennifer Zepkowski
July 16, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear about Leann we worked together at home care she was a great nurse, always talking about her family, just saw her at the parade on the 4th of July.
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