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Graveside service for Chadwick William Leake, affectionately known as Chad, will be 12 PM on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Hillcrest Cemetery in Temple, Tx with H.K. Ballard officiating.
Chad was born on February 2, 1977, in Taylor, TX to Robert E. Leake, Jr and Cheryl Ann (Warner) Kubicko.
Chad passed away on February 20, 2024, in Clifton, TX. Throughout his life, Chad worked in management and touched the lives of many with his leadership. Chad had a passion for speed racing and motorcycles, which brought him immense joy and fulfillment.
Chad was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert E. Leake, Sr.
Chad is survived by his father, Robert E. Leake, Jr., and wife Cindy of Salado, TX; his mother, Cheryl Ann Kubicko; his son, Chadwick William Leake, Jr. of Gatesville, TX; a sister, Rosemary Stolle and husband Russell of Austin, TX; three brothers, Robert E Leake, III and wife Abby of Austin, TX, Jason Christopher Splawn and wife Stacey of Temple, TX and Michael David Splawn and wife Jenny of Salado. Additionally, his faithful Pitbull companion, Capone stood by his side through thick and thin.
Visitation will be Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Crotty Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Belton from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM.
Chad will be dearly missed but never forgotten. May he rest in peace.
Arrangements are entrusted to Crotty Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Belton.
5431 West U.S. Highway 190, Belton, TX 76513

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