Condolence: God Bless you Mrs Buford and family.

Condolence: I was sadden to hear of the loss of Mr. Buford. Leon was a special educator and friend of many. He loved his students and my family (The Fry's) and kids loved him. He was Dudley school. He truly will be missed. Sending prayers and blessing to the family. Donna Fry-Brown Tony and Greg Brown and the Fry Family Atlanta and Battle Creek

Condolence: I am so very sorry for your loss. My children went to school with Thomas. May god be with you and your family. May he rest peacefully

Condolence: Condolences to Lachelle Buford and the entire family. We are praying for your comfort and strength during this season of bereavement. Our love and prayers are with you. Life Church Of God In Christ 3349 Rubidoux Blvd. Jurupa Valley, CA 92509

Condolence: I enjoyed working with Leon as a co-administrator for many years with Battle Creek Public Schools. He was great! Leonard E. Woods, Montgomery, AL

Condolence: We wish you strength and comfort at this sad time

Condolence: My condolences to LaChelle Buford and family. May God bring you peace during this time of grief.

Condolence: Leon was a wonderful, dedicated and magnificent educater who was truly devoted to people of all ages and to uplifting them through the empowmerment of education. He never gave less than 100% to any enterprise fortunate to have his guidance and assistance. He also was a joyful human being who really cared about people and left the world a warmer and better place. He left many smiles always. It is my pleasure and honor to have known him. Sharlie Jones

Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Buford Rufus R. Hatley, Pastor Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Okolona, AR 71962

Condolence: Mr Buford, will be sadly missed he was my hero. If it was for him coming to Battle Creek and having the SAVE program I don't know what my future would have been. He was a great man and would help someone when it comes to education. Cindy you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. May you find strength and peace during your time of mourning.

Condolence: My first real job! Uncle Leon and Sindy let come stay with them for the summer when I was fourteen. I worked in their store sacking grocery, making sandwiches, sweeping floors, and cleaning the bathrooms! Sindy took me to eat at Red Lobster and I tried bagels, both for the first time. We went fishing in Uncle Leon's boat. It was the first time I had ever been in a boat in the water! They introduced me to some new friends, took me on a tour of the Kellogg cereal factory and I visited Windsor Canada with a city league track team. Finally before the end of the summer, Sindy took me school shopping. After they brought me back to Arkansas, Uncle Leon gave me a little extra money for the work I had done. I thought I was rich! We haven't been as close in recent years, but I'm really going to miss him! Sindy, Lynette, Thomas, and Lashelle we are praying for you guys. We love you all forever!