of Kerrville, TX
November 2, 1984 - January 17, 2026
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Leah worked at Peterson Regional Medical Center where she began as a ward clerk and patient care tech on ARU, ICU, as well as 2 and 3 West, while working and raising her two boys.
She attended Chamberlain University and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. She worked on 3 West for two years and returned to her love of critical care nursing in ICU. Leah completed the nursing residency program at Peterson.
Leah was an amazing person; she brought a smile to all who encountered her. Her light was never hidden under a bushel basket and always seemed to know when someone needed a kind word. She played music and sang to her patients and coworkers. Her famous quote to all was ''Make Good Choices.''
She will be missed by her two sons, Thomas Ryan (17) and Myles Hartford Overturf (14); mother, Ellen and Ron Kimmel; sisters, Rachel and Noe Gorana, Rebekah Claire Heiderich and Lindsey Novikoff; brother, Matthew Heiderich; grandmother, Connie Kimmel; aunts and uncles, Mark and Marlyn Kimmel, Dave and Chellie Kimmel; cousins, Josh and Tyler Kimmel, Valerie Evans; best friend, Stef Housh of Mississippi; and all of her Peterson Regional Medical Center family.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Hosanna Lutheran Church, with a come and go celebration of life to follow in the Barn, 134 Camp Meeting Rd. S, Kerrville, Texas.
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11 Condolence(s)
Judith Kuyper
Mountain Home, TX
Monday, February 9, 2026
Ellen and family, I hope you are doing ok in this difficult time. I still just can't believe she is gone. I loved working with her as did all of us at PRMC. She always had a big smile something silly to say to make your day. "oh fudgecicle!" I am so proud that she worked full time, went to school and raised 2 sons. Wow. I will think of you often and be happy that you are with God and his angels
Delcie Pham
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Your smile always uplift my day! I love the way you always brightened the room wherever you go! At work you were twin-sees and outside of work you were a great friend. I missed you so much. You were so loved and I know you are in a better place. Prayers to you and your family 🙏
Maricor Arroyo
Kerrville, TX
Saturday, February 7, 2026
You were the most positive and happy person I’d ever met. I loved it when I was working with you because you somehow made everything better. It was a privilege knowing you and know that I will miss you so much. Rest in God’s arms … my deepest condolences to your 2 beautiful boys as well as your family.
Brad & Roxanne Peeples
Kerrville, TX
Friday, February 6, 2026
May she rest in heavenly peace ✝️. God has received a beautiful angel.
Joshua Lackey
Kerrville, TX
Friday, February 6, 2026
Leah you were always courageous and uplifting to anyone and everyone that crossed your path. You will be missed dearly friend. It is a hard goodbye for now until we meet again.
Jackie Sevey
Center point, TX
Friday, February 6, 2026
I’m truly shocked such a young and beautiful soul gone way too soon. RIP Sweet Angel. Sending Condolences To your Loving Family . God Bless You All🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰
Elisabeth Thomas
Kerrville, TX
Sunday, February 1, 2026
My heart breaks for your family. Sending love and praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Crystal Lewis
, AZ
Friday, January 30, 2026
Leah, it breaks my heart to hear of your leaving. You will be greatly missed!
Elisabeth Thomas
Kerrville, TX
Friday, January 30, 2026
My heart breaks for your family. Sending love and praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Melissa Villalobos
Bulverde, TX
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Your smile always lit up the room. I will greatly miss you and I pray so deeply for your family to hold on to that light you always shown. I pray the memories will forever flow because I can surely say that I will always remember you and how wonderful of a coworker and friend you were. Such a light, gone too soon, but will never ever be forgotten. Bless your precious sons that you loved and worked so hard for. Your story lives Leah. We love you.
Elisabeth Thomas
Kerrville, TX
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
My heart breaks for your family. Sending love and praying for peace and comfort for you all.