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Jeremy Leese Obituary
Born to Jerry and Sharon Leese on August 4, 1973. He is a graduate of Sauk Rapids High School - 1992. Attended U. Of M., Duluth 1992-1994. Graduated St. Cloud State University with a degree in Criminal Justice 1997. Jeremy was employed by State Farm as an investigator. He earned his Master's Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Cloud State 2002. Then worked in law enforcement in Sartell and Brainerd. He later became a Special Agent for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension 2006. He worked with the FBI Task Force.
He married Chanttel Wyatt on September 1, 2006. Jeremy enjoyed hunting, fishing and being surrounded by family and friends.
Survived by family, Chanttel (wife) Kyle and Brienna (Baxter); parents, Jerry and Sharon Leese (Brainerd); sister, Noelle, husband (Jesse Wallace); Nieces, Savannah, Layla, Aleeta (East Gull Lake; grandmother Eloise Phillips (Waite Park); uncle, Tom Leese (Baxter); aunts, Nancy Triebel (Hamel), Mary Phillips (Suwanee, GA) and 8 cousins.
Services will be held 11:00 am. On Saturday, November 4, 2017 at Lutheran Church of The Cross, Nisswa. Visitation will from 9:30a.m. until the time of services. A luncheon following the service at Sherwood Forest. Arrangements are with Nelson-Doran Funeral Home in Brainerd. A memorial fund has been set up at Riverwood Bank in honor of Jeremy to assist living law enforcement officers with emotional needs.
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October 9, 2018
Great memories shared together my friend, may you Rest In Peace. My Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
-pancho
November 8, 2017
So very sad. At a loss for words. May all who knew and loved Jeremy be comforted and find peace by lasting fond memories. Blessed be Jeremy's memory.
Brent Esterberg
November 3, 2017
Condolences to the Leese family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Fond memories of growing up with Jeremy. Million dollar smile!
Todd Goodwin
November 3, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Jeremy's passing. I have so many great memory's with Jeremy from UMD and St. Cloud. I am grateful that I was able to call him a friend. He was a great man and will be missed. My prayers go out to his family, friends, and co-workers.
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
Dennis Henkemeyer
November 3, 2017
Jerry and Sharon, my deepest condolences to the both of you and your family on the untimely passing of your son Jeremy. May God be with you at this very rough time in your life.
Lee
November 3, 2017
I know from experience how hard it is to suffer such a precious loss. Draw close to God through prayer and meditation on the scriptures. It will not take away the pain; but it will help you to cope. You are in my prayers.
Greta Weisman
November 2, 2017
I'm so sad to read this.
Carolyn Ribinson
November 2, 2017
So sorry to hear this news. I will always remember Jeremy's smile and happy disposition. My thoughts and prayers are going out to the family. RIP Jeremy, you will be missed.
Tina E
November 2, 2017
Although it has been several years since our paths have crossed, I don't remember ever seeing Jeremy without a smile on his face. What a loss to this world. Condolences to his family and closest friends. He, and you, will be remembered in my prayers.
Shari Turcotte
November 2, 2017
I worked with Jeremy as a dispatcher when he was an officer. Many laughs on night shifts. Always a smile on his face. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Jeremy starting his law enforcement career as one of three new Brainerd Police Officers.
Terry Crocker
November 2, 2017
Duane Breiter
November 1, 2017
My prayers are with all who are hurting at this difficult time!
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