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Leslie Luick Obituary
Ankeny
Leslie "Oppy" Robert Luick, 72, of Ankeny passed away February 16, 2015 at Mercy Hospice, surrounded by family.
A funeral mass will be held 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 20th, at Our Lady's Immaculate Heart Church. A visitation will be held 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday February 19th at Memorial Services of Iowa chapel (4208 N. Ankeny Blvd).
Les was born in Des Moines on November 2, 1942 to Harry and Ruth Luick. After his biological mother passed away, he was lovingly raised by his dad and Margaret Luick. He had four sisters and one brother. He graduated from Dowling Catholic High School in 1961. His good fortune was to encounter Mary Luick and to have the good sense to marry a woman with love and determination that knows no bounds. Both Mary and Les worked at John Deere before retiring. They raised their kids to not only have a hard work ethic and to root for the underdog, but to also be water skiing fanatics, rebels with causes, moguls (ha!), and a gift for fun-loving pranks. Oppy's eyes were never brighter than when his grandchildren were around, with whom he had endless patience, good times, and road trips galore!
Les had so many gifts and so many friends, too many to name. Needless to say, life will never be the same for any of them. He will be remembered for his welcome and open hand, kind heart, willing laugh, and warm smile.
He is survived by his wife Mary and their children, Teresa Preston (Brian Brankis), Melanie Luick-Martins (Vitor), Nick Luick (Amanda). His grandchildren will carry his proud legacy forward, they are: Blaine Brankis, Cole Preston, Kennedy Preston (Des Moines); Isabella, Lucas, and Tiago Luick-Martins (Accra, Ghana); and Tyson Luick and Kade Luick (Ankeny). He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and dear friends who were with him until the very end.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mercy Hospice, Embrace Iowa, or St. Jude Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leslie Luick
Tyson Luick
December 3, 2020
Oppy,
I will forever cherish the times we spent together. I wish more than anything we could get some more time together, as there is so many more things I could learn from you. We all miss you!
Love you,
Tyson
Mickey Dawson
August 18, 2020
First of all, let me say how sorry I was to find out that Les had passed. I just happened to think about him this evening, and decided to look him up.
I worked with Les at the P&J Kawasaki motorcycle shop on Hubbell Ave. in Des Moines for a time back in the 1970's. I worked side by side with him for several months before I discovered he only had one thumb! He never mentioned it, never needed help with some task that needed done, he just did it!
I was a few years younger than him at the time, and I remember very well thinking about how dedicated a worker he was. Working at the cycle shop, and working at John Deere, too. Not to mention his 'boat' time. He always had a great attitude, and usually a funny joke or story to tell.
Best Wishes to you,
Mick Dawson
Lucas Luick- Martins
May 26, 2020
I remember always riding on the lake with him driving and me sitting a t the back about to go tubing. I also remember me him going so fast when I was tubing and me yelling to slow down but he would just accelerate.
- I will never forget you,
Lucas
February 19, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to all his loved ones.
February 19, 2015
I went to school with Les for 12 years. He was a good friend and will be missed by all. GOD Bless him and his family, Frank Dennis
Rex Youmans
February 19, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dick and Lonnie
February 18, 2015
Mary
Our hearts go out to you!
Scott Lindsey
February 18, 2015
Sorry to hear about Les. I remember him from way back in the 70's water skiing at the DSM River with my mom & dad, Fred & Janet.
John Clement
February 18, 2015
Les will be missed by all that knew him. Mary and family will be in our prayers. With the Lord's love and prayers. John Clement
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