James Lekas Obituary

RENO, Nev. - James A. Lekas of Reno lost his battle with cancer on Thursday (April 10, 2014).
He was born in Bradford, Pa., to Thomas and Dorothy Lekas in October 1948. Jim was a 1966 graduate of Bradford High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Vietnam. He received a Purple Heart for injuries incurred.
Jim is survived by his mother, Dorothy Lekas; his brother, John (Debra) Lekas; his daughter, Angela; and two sons, Thomas and Travis; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Published by The Bradford Era from Apr. 15 to Apr. 22, 2014.
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So sorry to hear about John. Condolences

Sue Metzo

April 18, 2014

Blessings to Jim's family. Jim was a nice guy with a good sense of humor. I know he will be missed.

G. Miranda

April 16, 2014

Very sorry to hear about Jim. May God Bless... Virgina's son Bill Metzo

Bill Metzo

April 16, 2014

Dorothy, We are very saddened to hear about Jim's passing. We are very glad we were able to visit with him in Reno at cousin Jim Smith's home. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John & Deb Zamberlan

John & Deb Zamberlan

April 15, 2014

We send prayers to Jim's family. We always appreciated working with Jim at St. John's. Jim was kind and helpful and always supportive.

John and Diana Ruby

April 15, 2014

Hello Dorothy and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You probably don't remember me, but, I am a daughter of LaVerne and Isabelle Neu and we lived in Hornell, NY. I remember visiting your house in Bradford when I was small. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family with deepest sympathy. God Bless. Christina Neu Kettner

Christina Neu-Kettner

April 15, 2014

I remember jim from high school. Always friendly and helpful. Sorry for your loss.Class of '66

Judy Conklin Brunmeier

April 15, 2014

Dorothy we are thinking of you all and the family up here in Bradford pa, I have never met james but he would of been my second cousin. thoughts and prayers are with all.

Chelsey Costello

April 15, 2014

Jim and family - I am saddened by your passing. You were always at the RTAA with a smile and a great attitude. Talking with you was always a highlight as you had your priorities in place, your family and your Yorkie. As I promised, if your Yorkie needs a home, I am there for her in your honor.

krys Bart

April 14, 2014

Worked with Jim at the airport. He had a heart of gold and he will truly be missed. RIP

Susan E

April 13, 2014

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