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Robert Leeson Obituary

Leeson, Robert "Bob'

Robert "Bob" Leeson, 94, of Apache Junction, Arizona, formerly of Fond du Lac and Slinger, Wisconsin, passed to eternal life on Friday, December 28, 2012.

He was born on February 3, 1918, in Hammond, Indiana, to the late Robert E. and Flora M. Goebel Leeson.

Bob was an Army Air Force Veteran of World War II.

He was a member of the Teamsters Union, and received the "Million Mile" safety award while driving truck for International Paper Co. in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Bob was a model railroad enthusiast for most of his life, and touched many hearts with his beautiful train displays.

Bob was always very active in his faith, where he could often be heard playing his guitar and singing the Lord's praises with his first wife, Alma. Bob was a great husband to both his wife Alma, and his wife Elaine, and all who have been touched by his great love, that he shared freely, will dearly miss him. For all of his children, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and his many friends, he was their teacher by example.

Bob is survived by his wife, Elaine (Smet) Leeson; eight children and four stepchildren: Robert (Lois) Leeson, Sharon Nelson, Richard (Kay) Leeson, Ken (Pat) Leeson, Judi Royse, Nancy (Warren) White, Betty (Roger) Patterson, Julie (Joe) Cox, Pattie Smet, Julie (Jim) Maurer, Kitty (Mark) Kastelic, and Jimmy (Michelle) Smet; 27 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and three sisters: Helen Johnson, Delores Commings, and Leona Petri.

Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Alma Lee (St. Clair) Leeson; five sisters; two brothers; one son-in-law; and one granddaughter.

The funeral service will be at noon on Monday, January 7, 2013, at Community Church, N6717 Streblow Drive, Fond du Lac, with Rev. David Mundt officiating. The visitation will be on Monday at church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Entombment will be at 3 p.m. on Monday at Shrine of Rest Mausoleum in Ledgeview Memorial Park.

Mach Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the family, www.machfuneralchapel.com.

Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on Jan. 3, 2013.
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A man's man-generous-radiating happiness wherever he went. I'll miss him.

Joseph Pilon

May 11, 2021

Our condolences are with the family. Another angel got his wings.

Dan Wagner and Family

Dan Wagner and family

January 8, 2013

Praise the Lord. My favorite music leader from my first church as a new christian has gone home to our Lord. wonderful wonderful man!

Ann Alonzo

January 6, 2013

I loved Bob and can't wait to sing with him again in heaven.

Jimmy Shaffer

January 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss Elaine and family, He was a sweet Godly man!!!I have to work that day, you all will be in our prayers!

Lisa Shell

January 4, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Bob's whole family. I work at International Paper and remember Bob well. He had to be the nicest truck driver that I have ever met. He always had a smile and a good word to say about everyone and everything. Take comfort in knowing that he is now wrapped in God's loving arms.

Karen Babler

January 4, 2013

Dear Ken and Family,
My sympathies and condolences on the loss of a fine Christian man and a source of loving pride to all of you and your families.
May the compassion of Christ Jesus be yours for this time of loss in hope of eternal gain. Peace to you!
Father Rick Stoffel, Pastor
SAINT PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH
SLINGER, WISCONSIN

January 4, 2013

Heather and Family:
I am so sorry about the loss of your grandpa. I remember you talking very fondly of him. He sounds like he was an amazing grandfather! We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Find strength in knowing that he will always live on in your hearts and in your memories.

Steve and Tisha Cahoon

January 4, 2013

Mr. Leeson was larger than life and everyone who met him loved him, the youth group meetings at his house was always full of surprises. He was so loving and cared deeply for friends and family. He was a man who lead by example and he will be greatly missed and for those who were fortunate enough to know him are better for it. We are praying for your family as you say goodbye to your dad. May you find peace in your memories of him and strength from the love he had for all of you.

Sherry Marschie Berrett

January 3, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family.

Rick and Gwen Cobb

January 3, 2013

Your dad was such a wonderful part of our growing up years. Our families did so much together. From church activites to picnics to swimming and more... Your dad's influence, singing, laughter and memories will be fondly remembered always. love and prayers to all of you. Love , Patti Zunker Manuel

Patti Manuel

January 3, 2013

Just wanted to say that Bob was such a nice man and always had time to spend with my now deceased sister Sandra Vermillion when we were members of Calvary Bible Church. To Bob's daughers my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Miss seeing you from time to time. Janet(Vermillion) Immel

January 3, 2013

Nancy and family. I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time

Becky Holl

Becky Holl

January 3, 2013

Dick and Kay
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Mary Thorn

January 3, 2013

I met Bob many years ago when my brother Rick married Kitty. God Bless your family.

Linda Steidl

January 2, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We're glad we had the chance to meet Bob. The Greg and Gwen Schwantes (Scudella) Family

Gwen Schwantes

January 2, 2013

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