Obituary of Edward McLeod

EDWARD C. MCLEOD LIFE REFLECTIONS Edward Charles McLeod “Eddie” was born on September 26, 1957 to the parents of Theodis and Virginia McLeod in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was the first born of three (3) children and was known as “Eddie”, “Mackey” or “Big Mac” by his family and friends. Eddie graduated from Locke High School in South Los Angeles where he was an All Star Basketball Player. After High School he attended and played for Oxnard Junior College, and later received a scholarship to play at UNLV. In 1979, Eddie was drafted to the NBA San Antonio Spurs (the same year as Magic Johnson and Larry Bird). He continued his basketball career abroad in Europe (Ireland), Spain, South America, and Australia. After his basketball career, “Big Mac” relocated to the Bay Area, California where he coached elementary and middle school basketball, followed by several odd jobs. Most recently, Eddie worked at Homeboy Industries located in East Los Angeles. Eddie leaves behind to cherish his memory: his mother Virginia McLeod, his father Theodis McLeod; his three children: Darren P. O’Leary (Ireland), Dion J. Carter (Las Vegas), and Tia V. McLeod (Sacramento); six grandchildren; his sister Catherine Oliver, his brother Dexter McLeod; brother- in- law Ronald Oliver; sister-in-law Opa Jean McLeod; nephews Jairon Oliver, Aaron McLeod, Jordon Oliver, Justin McLeod; and a hosts of cousins, other relatives, and friends.

FRIDAY, MARCH 3, 2023 11:00AM St. Andrews Baptist Church 1794 West 36th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90018 Bishop Alex Toussaint (Officiant) Musical Prelude Processional .............................................................. Minister & Family Scriptures & Prayer............................................Bishop Alex Toussaint Musical Selection....................................................................................... Resolutions............................................................ Richard Kennedy Sr. Acknowledgments .............................................................Karen Wilkes Musical Selection....................................................................................... Remarks ........................................Michael Kelly, Isaiah Montgomery, Gregory Moore, Rodney Eltheagh, Janay Lewis, Richard Kennedy, Catherine Oliver Obituary................................................................... Charletha Osborne Tribute & Poem ...................................................... Charletha Osborne Musical Selection....................................................................................... Eulogy & Committal...........................................Bishop Alex Toussaint Recessional .................................................................................................

LETTER TO OUR SON They say there is a reason. They say time will heal. Neither time or reason will change the way we feel. Gone are the days we used to share. But in our heart you are always there. The gates of memories will never close. We miss you more than anybody knows. You are loved and will be missed everyday. Until we meet again. Always & Forever, MOM & DAD

Sail away big brother, be at rest. Let your soul soar. Be the angel of the family as you always said I was. Watch over your mother and father. May they bond together and rejoice in your 65 years of life. Your family will meet you there when it is our time. Thank you for protecting me as a big brother should. Say hello to our grandmothers and our aunties. I know they are so happy to see you. We will no longer worry about you because you are now in God's hand. I will watch over your children, grandchildren and nephews. With Love always, Your Sister Cat Rest well Big Bro! You were my Mentor, my Coach, my Advisor, and my Protector. I always looked up to you (literally) for advice, guidance, and I bragged about you constantly. I will miss our hugs, your Big smiles, and of course bagging on each other whenever we were together. When I was a kid you were my favorite Basketball player and my Hero. I wanted to grow up to be like you, because you always had the prettiest girlfriends, the swagger, and everyone around you Loved “Big Mac.” My fond memory is that time you took us joy riding in Pops car to teach me and Cathy how to drive, I was 8 years old sitting in your lap, barely could see over the steering wheel, and my feet did not reach the pedals. We crashed into the neighbor’s yard! As a teenager, I always got respect from the Homies in the hood because I was your “Lil Bro,” and they knew not to mess with me. I was so proud of your progress when you were working at Homeboy Industries. This is where you rekindled your Hope, Purpose, and Faith. Love You Bro, Dex (Lil Bambito)





WHEN TOMORROW ACTIVE HONORARY STARTS WITHOUT ME PALLBEARERS PALLBEARERS When tomorrow starts without me Michael Kelly Darren P. O’Leary And I’m not here to see Gregory Moore Norman Fisher If the sun should rise and find your eyes Dexter McLeod Dwight Chapman All filled with tears for me Dion Carter Rickey Harris Isaiah Montgomery Danny M. Crandall I wish you wouldn’t cry James Wilkes The way you did today While thinking of the many things ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We did not get to say The McLeod Family would like to thank you all for I know how much you love me your prayers, condolences, and kindness. We As much as I love you appreciate your calls, cards, flowers, meals, Each time that you think of me and many expressions of sympathy. I know you will miss me too May God Bless You All. When tomorrow starts with out me Please try to understand That an angel came and called my name And took me by the hand The angel said my place was ready In heaven far above And that I would have to leave behind All those I Dearly Love But when I walked through Heaven’s Gates I felt so much at home When GOD looked down and smiled at me From his golden throne He said This Is Eternity And All I promised you Today for life on earth is done But Here it starts a new I promise no tomorrow For today will always last And since each day’s the exact same way There is no longing for the past So when tomorrow starts without me Do not think we’re apart For every time you think of me Remember I’m right here in your heart Author: David M Romano Obituaries by Mack Enterprises Unlimited 323.789.6224