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Aug 22, 1956 - Apr 8, 2019
Josh - so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Treasure your memories!
Take care of yourself,
Denise
Denise Ruffino
April 21, 2019
Tina, I am truly sorry for your loss!my heart breaks for all of you!!!
XOXO
Sara Atkins
April 18, 2019 | DuQuoin, IL | Friend
it has been many years but when i was little and spending loys of time with you guys he was an amazing uncle
crystal soderberg
April 18, 2019 | West Jordan, UT | Family
He was a great brother in-law and uncle that we all loved very much and enjoyed spending time with. He was fun to be around and had a great sense of humor. He had a heart of gold and will be greatly missed by our family.
Kim, Randy, Dillon & Daulton Beltz
Kim Beltz
April 13, 2019 | DuQuoin, IL
Spent a lot of years learning the game of basketball from Mike, learned a lot on how to be a good human as well. He was a great mentor to us kids over the years. Love and prayers to Josh and the family!
Terence Moores
April 12, 2019 | Copperton, UT | Friend
I was so shocked and saddened to hear about this. I had the pleasure of working with Mike at Sonoco for several years. He was one of the hardest working people I've ever met and he was so thoughtful to all of those around him. I am thankful for the opportunity to know him and we are all going to miss him so much. I will be praying for you all as you navigate this tough time.
Jason Ruble
April 11, 2019 | Madison, AL | Friend
You was the best person and best boss will be missed sorry for the family
Kevin Ziemann
April 11, 2019 | Du Quoin, IL | Coworker
I enjoyed working with Mike for close to 2 years. I am from Texas and he helped me keep the Service Center here in tip top shape. Great Great man and I will miss him tremendously.
My thoughts and Prayers for the entire family.
Bubba Lusk
Bubba Lusk
April 11, 2019 | Mineral Wells, TX | Friend
So so sad to hear about Mike's passing. What a great guy. Dez and Josh- hugs and lots of prayers for you guys. Life isn't meant to be without those we love the most. Hold those memories close. Love you guys!
Noel Clayton
April 11, 2019 | Copperton, UT | Friend
Michael J. Leyba, age 62, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 8:41 a.m. in his home.
Michael was born on August 22, 1956 in Murray, UT, a son of Nelson “Buck” Leyba and JoAnn C. Rasmussen. He married Tina Heumann on June 6, 2014 and she survives. Michael proudly served his country in the United States Navy and worked as a warehouse operations manager for Sonoco Products for nearly twenty years. Michael loved being outdoors. He and his wife, Tina enjoyed working in their yard, gardening, planting flowers, hiking and traveling. Michael was a member of Red Hawk Golf Club in Pinckneyville, IL and spent many hours playing golf with his friends. He also enjoyed playing his guitar, but most importantly he loved spending time with his family, which included cooking out, game nights and playing with the grandkids.
Survivors include his wife, Tina Leyba of Pinckneyville, IL; one daughter, Deziree (Shawn) Williams of Benton, IL; one son, Joshua Leyba of Carbondale, IL; one step-son, Nick Pittman of Chicago, IL; two step-daughters, Amanda Pittman of Carbondale, IL and Olivia (Skyler) Graskewicz of Pinckneyville, IL; one brother, Larry (Rachel) Leyba of Rochester, MN; one sister, Jackie Allred of Wichita, KS; three grandchildren, Haven Williams, Sawyer Graskewicz and Gage Graskewicz; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Nelson “Buck” Leyba; and his mother, JoAnn Burns.
Michael’s wishes were to be cremated and a private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
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