Leyton Grace Pello
June 18, 2025 ~ May 2, 2026
Leyton Grace Pello, 10 months old, cherished daughter, was called home to the Lord on May 2, 2026.
Leyton was born on June 18, 2025. In the time she had, Leyton spread smiles and happiness with everyone she met.
Leyton’s journey ended at Children’s Mercy in Kansas City where she spent months of her life overcoming two different open heart surgeries and several other procedures and operations that allowed her to enjoy the ten months she had. She loved interacting with all her doctors, nurses and caregivers, even when they had to check her vitals or give her medicine. At home Leyton loved going on walks to watch airplanes with her mom and dad, being read to, and rolling anywhere her body could go. She loved watching the movie Cars, and playing peekaboo with everyone she crossed paths with. To know Leyton was to love her. She made such an impact on everyone she interacted with and will be deeply missed by all those who had the chance to get to know her beautiful soul. Her spirit lives on through those she influenced and her memory will never be forgotten. She leaves behind a legacy of laughs, growls, and chunky rolls.
Leyton is survived by her mother and father, Kaleigh Rayne and Matthew Erich Pello of Benton, KS.
Rosary will be at 6:30 pm, Friday, May 8, 2026; Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026, both at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Memorials have been established with: Children’s Mercy, 2401 Gillham Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108, Ronald McDonald House of Kansas City, 2502 Cherry St. Kansas City, MO 64108 and St. Vincent De Paul Youth Group, 123 N Andover Road, Andover, KS 67002.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary – East Chapel.
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Rosary: Friday, May 8, 2026 6:30 pm
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
123 N. Andover Rd.
Andover, KS 67002
316-733-1423
Funeral Mass: Saturday, May 9, 2026 11:00 am
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
123 N. Andover Rd.
Andover, KS 67002
316-733-1423
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Leyton Grace Pello 's name.
Ronald McDonald House of Kansas City
2502 Cherry St.
Kansas City,
KS
64108
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Youth Group
123 N. Andover Rd.
Andover,
KS
67002
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Oh Little Leyton. We are so lucky to have you as long as we did. You have been such a joy. We will miss your little rolls, adorable cheeks and infectious smile. We will forever miss you. May you rest in peace our little heart warrior.
Love you.
Praying for the family.
Everyone loved her, no matter how far.
There’s no right words for such a loss. We love you, we loved her.
Her little light will shine on.
Thinking of your family during this time, Kayleigh. Hugs to you!
Hugs,
Holly, RN
I am so sorry for your loss. Beautiful Leyton came into this world as a gift from God. She was loved and cared for more than any little girl could be. She had the most wonderful parents. The two of you stand strong together – know God is holding Leyton in his hands and that she will be with you always!! I pray that the tears of grief you have today can turn into loving and happy tears remembering her. Lean on God, your family, and friends. They want to be there for you!! I am sending love and prayers.
With Love and prayers,
Lorraine ( Mama Ryan)
With sympathy,
Laura & family
My prayers are with your entire family. Peace be with you all
Every now and then a patient and family come along that leaves a lasting impact on us nurses and Leyton and you all are one of those. Thank you for sharing her with us and allowing us to care for you all. Thinking of you guys and always remembering Leyton. Kalee, RN
Kaleigh and Matt,
Leyton will forever hold a spot in our hearts. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to get to know her and to witness the amount of love you both gave her. I will think of her every time I wear a jean jacket.
Pello family-
We are terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your precious baby girl. Our hearts go out to you.
Our sincerest sympathy and prayers.
Glenda Thompson & Angie Thompson