LeRoy Leeck

LeRoy Leeck

March 15, 1929 - October 19, 2021

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LeRoy E. Leeck, 92, of Avoca, Wisconsin, died on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 29, 2021 at the United Presbyterian Church of Muscoda. Pastor Ramona Orton will officiate. Burial will be at the Avoca Cemetery, where military rites will be accorded. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

LeRoy was born on March 15, 1929 in Burt, Iowa, son of Herman and Ida (Bussie) Leeck. He was united in marriage to Marjorie Kienitz on March 3, 1951 at the Pulaski Presbyterian Church, Muscoda. She preceded him in death on May 1, 1998. On September 29, 2001 LeRoy was married to Shirley (Gumz) Kienitz at St. John's Lutheran Church, Avoca. LeRoy served in the United States Air Force during the Korean war, July 13, 1951 – July 12, 1955. After his service he farmed in the Avoca area for 12 years. He then worked at Badger Ammo, and later, for 17 years, worked for the Village of Avoca until he retired. For 24 years LeRoy worked for the Godager Funeral Home, Muscoda. As a young man he enjoyed playing the accordion and roller skating. He liked woodworking, camping, watching birds, and took great pride in canning vegetables and making his homemade noodles and apple pies.

LeRoy is survive by his wife, Shirley; children, Dale (Debbie) Leeck, Gary Leeck, Mark (Heidi) Leeck, Amy Jo (Mike) Mellor, Valerie (Mike) Bailey, Debra Schwingel, Sheila Olson, and Michael (Joan) Kienetz; 26 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; one sister, Marlene (Richard) Frambach; two sisters-in-law, Verdell and Joanne Leek. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie, parents, five brothers, Ranney, Herbert, Art, William “Toots” Leek and Vern Leeck.

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Danny Zadrazil
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Growing up in Avoca, Leroy was always around. He’d give a cheerful greeting whenever I’d see him. I always enjoyed our chats, and hearing about his latest project. He would always lend a hand if he could. His dear wife Marge worked at school when I was younger and was always so sweet. He loved talking about his model buildings too. I was always intrigued and inspired by Leroy and what he was able to do. He was a good friend, and I’m honored to have known him. My prayers to Shirley and his family....
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Dahms Dawn
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Leroy was such a sweet guy. One day I saw him putting a note on my suburban I went out and he said news around town is you like my house I got a present for you. He had pictures, newspaper articles and a hand written note about the house inviting us over. My husband and I enjoyed our visits with him and Shirley. Another day recently he drove over on his lawn tractor to bring me some of his famous homemade noodles to make chicken noodle soup with since he no longer drove a car. He loved talking about his life , children, home and Avoca. I will forever remember his smile especially when I asked him to attend an Avoca kids club event. He said I am not a kid but I told him we are all someone’s kid and I wanted him to see all of the kids and community that I knew would come. He did come and had a smile on his face the entire time. He was known by many and will be deeply missed. Our hearts go out to his entire family. Drake & Dawn Dahms
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Joel and Tracie
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Neighbors like Leroy and Shirley make living in a small town a treasure. Leroy brought joy to our hearts. He was thoughtful - baked us pies, brought us every home good you could imagine; helpful- whenever we needed a hand, he was ready with the tool or supply we were lacking; charming - his stories captivated us, what a memory! Leroy will be GREATLY missed by our family and has inspired us to be better.

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