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Keith Leeders Obituary

Keith S. Leeders age 77, Proud Veteran; Beloved husband of Ellen nee McGrory; Loving father of Terrance (Colleen) and Sean (Jeanne); Cherished grandfather of Molly, Grace, Kathryn, Caroline, Liam and Clare; Caring brother of Kevin (Karen); Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donation appreciated to Misericordia Heart Of Mercy. Family gathering Sunday June 14th 3:00-5:00 p.m. at PETERSON-BASSI CHAPELS 6938 W. North Avenue. Family and friends will meet Monday at St. Robert Bellarmine Church 4646 N. Austin Ave., Chicago for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Future Inurnment at St. Joseph Cemetery

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 14, 2020.

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Jeff Eisenhardt

June 18, 2020

I served with him at Ft Campbell and Vietnam. Very good man and friend. Sorry to hear if his passing.

Diane Berry-Lyle

June 13, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Keith and Ellen were so kind to me when i married Dennis Lyle . May he rest in peace.

Judi/Don Carlson

June 13, 2020

Heartfelt condolences to the family. It is so sad to see a good man leave us too soon. He was a terrific friend and we enjoyed many good times together. He will definitely be missed.

Misericordia Home

June 13, 2020

Our sympathy and special prayers for Keith and all his family and friends.

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Jan Kilanski

June 12, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Keith was a fond friend and metal detecting member of our club Midwest Historical Research Society. He will be missed by us all.

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Jun

12

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Robert Bellarmine Church

4646 N. Austin Ave, Chicago, IL

Jun

14

Memorial Gathering

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago

6938 West North Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707

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Peterson-Bassi Chapels - Chicago

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