Leo-Birkner-Obituary

Leo Oscar Birkner

New Athens, Illinois

1926 - 2011

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New Athens, Illinois
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Alzheimer's Association

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Leo BirknerLeo Oscar Birkner, 84, of New Athens, Ill., born Aug. 19, 1926, in Hecker, Ill., died Sunday, June 12, 2011, in St. Louis,Mo.Mr. Birkner was a lifelong farmer. He served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1952 and in the Army Reserves until 1956, achieving the rank of Sgt. 1st Class. He...

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Leo was one of the most honest people I have known. He did not give up. May he rest in peace.

Dona and family so sorry to hear about your Dad.

Tammy,Louie,Kelsey and Kaylee, our thoughts and prayers are with you .

Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

We only met Leo once and in that short visit it was easy to tell he lived a happy life. He is in a better place than the rest of us & he will continue to be in all of your hearts forever. He has left a long legacy to carry on. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.

So sorry for your loss Carl, Michelle and Teresa...we will keep your families in our thoughts and prayers.

My heart goes out to the Birkner family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Birkner family during this time. Leo was a character! He will be missed.

To the Birkner Family:
May God bless you all at this sad time. Hold your memories of your Father close to your heart and he will forever be with you...