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Fr. Leckie studied for the priesthood at Our Lady of Providence Seminary and St. Mary's University in Baltimore. He was ordained on July 30, 1976. He was appointed pastor at St Joseph's Parish in Hope Valley on June 20, 1991. He also served as Assistant Chaplain to the diocesan Apostolate for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired. He was a member of the St. John Neumann Council Knights of Columbus. He was a member of the Federation of Fire Chaplains and a founding member of the RI Critical Incident Stress Team.
His life-long interest in railroads led him to volunteer as a presenter for Operation Lifesaver, a program of railroad safety, and as a volunteer on the Old Colony & Newport Railway, a local tourist railroad. In retirement, he was employed by the Valley Railroad Co, a heritage railroad based in Essex, CT.
Visiting hours will be held from 4-7 PM on Friday, November 28, 2025 at S.R. Avery Funeral Home, 3-A Bank St, Hope Valley, RI. A Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St Joseph's Church, 1105 Main Street, Hope Valley, at 9:30 AM on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Fr. Leckie's memory may be made to St Joseph's Church in Hope Valley, or to the American Heart Association.
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Jack Murphy
November 24, 2025
Father Michael was a good man and a fine priest. We so appreciated his care and kindness to our mother, Mary. Thinking of you all with sympathy.
Jack and Ellen Murphy
Karen
November 24, 2025
Michael was my cousin. I always liked his sense of humor. He would always tease me but I knew when he wasn't serious because of his smile he tried to hide. He was a special man and a very gracious priest. He officiated at both my Mom & Dads funeral services. He had a wonderful way of speaking which I believe everyone took notice of. I'll never forget growing up with the family picnics & gatherings. He was fun to be around.. May he rest in peace.
Gary
November 23, 2025
For an unassuming man, Michael's charm & wit, dead pan delivery complete with innocent face, were relished by those of us who enjoyed the absolute pleasure of his presence. Thank you for the memories, Michael! My hope is if there is a train in heaven you get to be the engineer & drive that train.
Maya Lytle
November 23, 2025
Farewell Father, a true man of God.
Frank Williams
November 22, 2025
Father Leckie was a leader - whether as Priest, firefighter or railroading. He had a steady hand on his parish for 28 years. While we will miss him, he will remain in our hearts and minds.
Frank Williams
Bill Foley
November 21, 2025
Good luck on your journey, and God bless. The Foley family
RichardPotter
November 21, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
American Heart Association
November 21, 2025
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Rich Neff
November 21, 2025
My condolences on the loss of Mike - he and I were presenters in the Operation Lifesaver program and were both members of the Friends of the Kingston Station. I also rode with him on the Old Colony and Newport Railroad and we had some very good discussions when we were together. He will truly be missed in the railroad community - May he Rest in Peace.
Harold B johnston
November 20, 2025
To all the Family, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Mike at the Valley railroad often. He was scheduled to be my Conductor of the the NPE 4 consist for the season. He was truely a great man and lead us on many adventures. Ge will be missed but never forgotten. Always such a Gentlemen, Rest well my Friend. "Mr. Hal"
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