Upcoming Events
Aug
27
Visitation
10:00 a.m.
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service- Iowa City
605 Kirkwood Avenue P.O. Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52244-0167
Send FlowersAug
27
Service
11:00 a.m.
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service- Iowa City
605 Kirkwood Avenue P.O. Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52244-0167
Send FlowersServices provided by
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service - Iowa CityOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.
John Lekin Obituary
Jack was born on April 30, 1941, in Iowa City, Iowa to Vincent and Irene Lekin. From a young age he was known as a caring soul. He built a life filled with love, laughter, and purpose, spending over fifty years as a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ.
Those who knew jack will always remember his sense of humor and his joyful saying, "Hallelujah to Ya!"
Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Sandra (Bill) Ellis, David (Carolyn) Streeby, Ronald Streeby and Kay Streeby; two cherished dogs, Ozzie and Harriet; and many extended family.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Jayne (Edward) Madden; and brother-in-law, Larry Streeby and sister-in-law, Carol Streeby.
He will be deeply missed but forever carried in our hearts.
605 Kirkwood Avenue P.O. Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52240
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for John Lekin
Tell your own story about John
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Make a Donation
in John Lekin's name
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Lekin's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored
Upcoming Events
Aug
27
Visitation
10:00 a.m.
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service- Iowa City
605 Kirkwood Avenue P.O. Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52244-0167
Send FlowersAug
27
Service
11:00 a.m.
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service- Iowa City
605 Kirkwood Avenue P.O. Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52244-0167
Send FlowersServices provided by
Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service - Iowa CityOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.