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Leland Sherrill Peacock, 75, of East Spencer, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Kiser Hospice House in Salisbury, NC.
He was born April 15, 1949, in Salisbury, NC, to Hubert and Peggy Cutting Peacock. He attended East Spencer School for grades 1st – 8th then advanced to North Rowan High for 9th – 12th grades. Leland went on to graduate from Elon College with a degree in Health and Physical Education. While at Elon he was a player and student coach for the Fighting Christians football team. He returned to his childhood home to become a volunteer firefighter for the town of East Spencer, begin teaching and continue his education. Leland earned his first Master’s Degree in Health and Physical Education from Elon and continued with a second Master’s Degree in Driver Education from North Carolina A&T University. He worked as a Teacher for Rowan-Salisbury Schools for 30 years, spending the majority of his career at his alma mater North Rowan. While working as a teacher in RSSS he coached football, wrestling and girl’s track-and-field at North Rowan High as well as being a Driver Education Instructor. Near the end of his tenure at RSSS he was a teacher and football coach at East Rowan High. After retirement Leland continued coaching football with the Concord Spiders, winning two state championships.
He was a member of First Baptist Church of East Spencer where he served as a deacon. His faith led to him becoming an ordained minister after studying at Fruitland Bible College.
In addition to his parents, Leland was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herman and Mary Cutting.
Leland is survived by his Sister, Cindy Peacock Tatum of Salisbury, NC, nieces Staci and Missy Tatum, and cousin Jeannie Hutchins.
A graveside service will be held at Chestnut Hill Cemetery in Salisbury, on Tuesday, November 5th, at 10:00 am, with Pastor Tim Trexler, a former student and athlete, officiating.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Divine Health and Wellness, Hospice of Rowan County and the Kiser Hospice House for their kindness, support and care shown to Leland.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Athletic Booster’s Clubs of North Rowan, East Rowan or Concord High Schools; or to the Kiser Hospice House..
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury, honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, is assisting the Peacock family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com
Patti Secreast says
My prayers are with u Cindy, Stacy, Missy, and Jeannie as you go through this good by. He was a good man and dearly loved and respected by the class of 67..Gone but not forgotten . Rest easy, my friend. Enjoy the many heavenly reunions that await u.
Kelly Sparger says
So sorry to hear about Leland but know he is now at peace. We go back a long way and I was fortunate enough to know him well and work with him through the years. Always enjoyed being around Leland. I know that he had suffered many different maladies through the years but I never remember him complaining and he “toughed” his way through and remained productive and positive. He was and is a good man!
Sandra Bowles says
Prayers for family! My late husband, Ed Bowles enjoyed coaching with him! Rest in peace! Job well done!
Denise Barnes Beaver says
My sincere condolences to the family of Leland. He will be fondly remembered by us all. RIP my friend.
Denise Barnes Beaver
Greensboro NC
Emory Jones says
I am so sorry for your loss. Leland was a good friend of mine during a time when I went to North in 1965. He was very supportive and I really appreciated that.
Emory Jones Class of 67.