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Karen Alexander posted a condolence
Friday, January 9, 2026
I have many memories working with Leeron. He would often share a good recipe for some type of bread (which were always delicious). We also shared a love of Michael Jackson songs and he didn't mind singing them in the office...really loud! I will miss my friend.
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Thursday, January 8, 2026
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I loved working with Leeron, but we didn't have the smoothest relationship. In July of '21, it came to a head. I tunnel-visioned about some issue (not the first time), did a rather gratuitous rewrite of work he'd just done and, finding self-awareness too late (also not the first time), I wanted to get on a call and walk through it together, but he wouldn't. "It is evident that you don't want to entertain a different viewpoint on this," he wrote. "I'm just helping you on your project. I understand you want it done your way. That's cool."
He was upset but keeping it professional. "I'm not good with this conversation," I responded. "You're not being honest or fair with me." Not that I blamed him. He'd said we were friends -- but that always means something different with people at work, you know?
"I'm sorry you feel that way," he wrote. "I stated my case as well as I knew how, but I knew the conversation could start a pissing match. I was afraid we would get into an argument. I didn't want that. I wanted to avoid that at all costs. So, I backed off."
A couple minutes passed before he continued. "Daniel, I don't argue well at all. I get emotional."
Leeron was a difficult man to stay mad at.
Eventually we found a compromise. We agreed that if he felt frustrated but didn't want confrontation, he would make his case, and I'd make mine, and that could be it. That way it wouldn't be an argument, but we could still communicate. He agreed, and all was well.
For about a week.
"Leeron," I wrote, "you're doing the thing again. I'd rather you just said what you were thinking and trusted me to respond and then let go."
"I'm letting it go," he responded. "I have learned my lesson. You and I cannot code together. That's just a fact and it's okay. I'm okay with that. It's just not a good return on my time investment." I understood where he was coming from. After all, I'd done the thing again, too: another well-intentioned but overly-invasive rewrite that made him feel like he'd wasted his time.
My response was long, but amounted to: "I hope we can still code together and that you can find it in your heart to be patient with me and let me know when I'm being an asshole so I can get better. It's hard to get better without feedback. And I think I'm a better developer when I work with you. Although you may have been frustrated many times before, this is the first time you're saying these things to me. And I consider it time well spent; an investment both in our friendship, and in becoming a better man."
And then, per our agreement, he spoke his piece, all at once. He talked about his annoyance, his respect, and his insecurity about our different styles. He talked about how he struggled with the same thing as me -- needing things to be "just so" -- when he worked with his son. He shared some feedback on how I wrote code (which was both valid and appreciated).
I thanked him, told him I appreciated his willingness to share, and then we dropped it.
Old habits die hard, of course. We butted heads a few more times, which we handled with varying levels of aplomb. But through that conflict, we became real friends. Friends who could make mistakes and get upset together with a growing confidence that we could endure it.
We mostly shared music we liked or pictures of family & animals & woodworking projects. But during my divorce, he always had an encouraging word for me. Leeron was a near-infinite source of compassion.
On Nov. 20th, he told me blockages had been found during a heart stress test. We exchanged a couple messages about it, then talked about music for hours. The next day I wished him a happy birthday ("61!" he exclaimed; "woohoo, I made it!") and luck with the procedures.
Leeron and I didn't have the smoothest relationship. But we trusted each other, cared about each other, and we had each other's back. He was an unexpected friend, and I'm immensely grateful to have had him for the time that I did.
(above quotes are heavily-edited & pared-down from Slack conversations)
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Jackie Wells posted a condolence
Thursday, January 8, 2026
That laugh! Infectious! He was the sweetest person all the time. Working with Leeron was always a joy. He would always stop by my desk for a hug and a great laugh. He always made me smile. His personality was like a ray of sunshine that filled the room, and always made my day better. I will truly miss my good friend. Rest well my friend.
Love always,
Jackie
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Rex and Carol Baker purchased flowers
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
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Chuck, jami & Tyler watson purchased flowers
Monday, January 5, 2026
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Chuck, jami & Tyler watson planted a tree in memory of Leeron Green
Monday, January 5, 2026
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Long Tran (AISHealthcare) purchased flowers
Sunday, January 4, 2026
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purchased the Heavenly Light and planted a memorial tree for the family of Leeron Green.
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Thank you for guiding me from my first day at work and sharing a love of gardening. The kindness and wisdom you planted in my life will always grow.
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Long Tran (AISHealthcare) planted a tree in memory of Leeron Green
Sunday, January 4, 2026
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Thank you for guiding me from my first day at work and sharing a love of gardening. The kindness and wisdom you planted in my life will always grow. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Sunday, January 4, 2026
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Leeron was my best friend and the brother I wish I had. I have nothing but the fondest memories of him. He was always there for me with a smile or a joke or telling me what I NEEDED to hear and not what I wanted to hear. He led me to Christ and I am a better person for knowing him. He was fiercely loyal and expected nothing less in return. We lost touch over the past few years and for that I have the deepest regret. He was an excellent musician and a wonderful friend, an great father and husband. I will not mourn his passing for long as I know he will spend eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I just know, when he arrives in Heaven, he will hear "Well done, my good and faithful servant". I love you brother and will miss you. Until I see you again....
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Saturday, January 3, 2026
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Leeron Green
Saturday, January 3, 2026
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