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Leo Eskey Obituary
Leo J. Eskey
July 4, 1946 - February 4, 2024
Leo J. Eskey, 77 years, of Fremont, NE passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024 at his home.
Leo was born on July 4, 1946 to Joseph and Hanora (Malone) Eskey in Lincoln, NE. He grew up in Lincoln and graduated from Lincoln Pius X High School in 1964. He attended the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and graduated from UNL College of Law in 1969. His early legal experience was at the Lincoln Legal Services and worked for Harry Stevens Law in Fremont. On June 27, 1969, Leo married Garland Kiner at the Risen Christ Cathedral in Lincoln, NE. Leo later started his own firm, Leo J. Eskey Attorney at Law in Fremont.
Leo was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Fremont. Over the years he enjoyed hunting, fishing for Walleye, bowling, traveling, and Nebraska football and basketball.
He was preceded by his parents; sister, Dolores (George) Sweley; brother, Francis Eskey; and brother-in-law, Gary Steinke.
He is survived by wife, Garland of 54 years; son, Joe (Loretta Vera) Eskey; sister, Kathy Steinke; brother, Michael Eskey; grandson, Leo Michael Eskey; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Mass will be 10 A.M., Friday, February 9th, 2024 at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Fremont. Visitation will be Thursday with a rosary from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. all at St. Patrick Catholic Church. A private burial will take place at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Lincoln, NE.
Memorials may be directed to St. Patrick Catholic Church.
Online condolences may be left at: www.mosermemorialchapels.com
Moser Memorial Chapel, 2170 N. Somers Ave., Fremont, NE 68025 402-721-4490
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Joyce Hudson
March 21, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this. Leo was my attorney many years ago and helped me with many things. I will be saying prayers for his family and friends...
Ruth Ruhrer
March 8, 2024
So sorry to hear of Leo's passing. Boy Scout functions are uppermost in my mind regarding Leo and his family. My sympathy to you Garland and Joe.
rhonda L eichner
February 24, 2024
I was so sry to hear of Leo's passing he was my moms attorney my condolences to the family
Jay Siers
February 13, 2024
Garland,
Shocked and saddened to hear of Leo´s passing. I´ll always have the countless memories of sharing an office with him all those years and the incredible stories we shared.
He will certainly be missed and I was privileged to call him a friend.
Our love,
Jay Siers
Steve lefler
February 12, 2024
Leo was a one of a kind person and attorney. He always brought a smile to my face every time we interacted. I can only imagine the pain his family must feel. I hope that knowing how important Leo was to such a wide circle of people can help ease the pain.
Becca Ott
February 9, 2024
My heart goes out to you Garland! So many fun memories waiting on you at Kollmeyers, the Iron Horse and Ace. Just helped him at Ace in December. Hugs to you.
Trent P Anderson
February 9, 2024
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Eugene Bolz
February 7, 2024
Garland
I very sorry for Leo's passing. He was my favorite cousin both side of family. When I called the office for legal advice he would give me advice
or call back later. We had so much fun to have playing cowboy and indians. I enjoyed time at Leo's Tale Gate Parties. He always shook my hand to show respect. He was a great Nebraska Football Fan and really enjoyed talking NU football Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love
Eugene and Michele Bolz
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February 7, 2024
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Jack Ganser
February 7, 2024
Garland, my sincerest sympathy to you and, all of Leo's family. As I think of memories I shared with Leo, I think they are best kept as memories and not shared! It was back in our "youth" (young and dumb). Prayers for all the Eskey family.
Randy Beaton
February 7, 2024
I fondly remember Mr Eskey as a very fair and experienced defense attorney...I always knew he would cross examine me as an equally experienced LEO...we shared some fun jokes too and he was always kind and friendly...rest easy sir!
I am so sorry for your family´s loss....
Jan (Hughes) Portsche
February 7, 2024
Garland & family --- I am sorry to hear of Leo's passing. May he rest in peace.
Jan (Hughes) Portsche
Northeast Class of 1964
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