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Samuel Lecky Obituary
Samuel W. “Sam” Lecky 81 of Dekalb. Formerly of Peru. Passed away April 9, 2025, in Oak Crest Retirement Center of Dekalb.
Graveside services will be at a late date in Peru City Cemetery. Cremation rites have been accorded. Ptak Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Samuel was born September 26, 1943, in Wayne, West Virginia. He married Virginia Budziak May 21, 1971. Samuel graduated with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Berea College in Berea Kentucky. He worked for various Chemical companies thru out his career. He was a Member of the Wayne V.W. Masonic Lodge #18.
Samuel is survived by his daughter Karen (Robert ) Maciejewski of DeKalb. Sons John Lecky of Seneca and Paul Lecky of Minooka. 3 Grandchildren McKayla, Miranda and Tyler. Sisters Nancy Lecky-Chascsa and Anna Fay (Reggie) Dickson.
He was preceded in death by his wife in 2020 and 2 sisters.
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