James R. Leezer

September 13, 1935 - November 27, 2016

James R. Leezer, 81, of Springfield, formerly of Galesburg, passed away at 10:10 am, Sunday, November 27, 2016 at St. John’s Hospice. He was born September 13, 1935 in Mount Sterling, Illinois to Mark and Mabel (Garrity) Leezer. He married Carolyn M. (Nimrick) Bruce on October 4, 1974 in Galesburg and she survives.

Also surviving are his daughters, Anita (Bruce) Smith, Debbie (Brad) Graham and Cyndi Campbell; his sons, Tim Campbell, Jeff (Maria) Bruce, Ed (Chantel) Leezer and Brad (Chrisa) Leezer; eleven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; one brother Joe (Connie) Leezer.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harold, Donald “Dick”, Edward and Bob Leezer and sister, Maxine Colgan.

Jim was a US Army Veteran. He retired from Wonder Bread and was an avid car salesman. He was a member of Christ the King Church.

Visitation: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Christ the King Church.

Funeral Mass: 12:30 pm, Thursday, December 1, 2016 at Christ the King Church with Reverend Joseph Ring officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery where military honors will be conducted.

Visitation Information

Date: Thursday, December 1, 2016

Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Christ The King Church

Address:

1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield, IL, 62704

(217) 546-3527 Map

Service Information

Date: Thursday, December 1, 2016

Time: 12:30 pm

Christ The King Church

Address:

1930 Barberry Drive, Springfield, IL, 62704

(217) 546-3527 Map

Cemetery Information

Date: Thursday, December 1, 2016

Camp Butler National Cemetery

Address:

5063 Camp Butler Road, Springfield, IL, 62707

(217) 492-4070 Map

Memorial Information

Memorial contributions may be made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

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Joanne Johnson posted on 12/1/16

Jim will be missed by so many people. I remember him and Butch sitting at the kitchen table talking and laughing. I remember their care and concern for one another. I remember his compassion and his sense of humor. He was a loving man who will be missed. Blessings to your family and I am so sorry for your loss. Joanne Johnson

Pat Dostalek posted on 12/1/16

Dearest Carolyn & Family: Please accept my most sincere condolences for your loss. I will truly miss Jim's friendly smile. The will of God, never takes you to where the grace of God will not protect you. With heartfelt empathy.

Flo Wort posted on 11/30/16

We remember Jim from his high school days. He was always friendly and upbeat. Our sympathy to all his Family. Friends formerly from Mt Sterling,IL Flo and Larry Wort

Tony Nelson posted on 11/30/16

Carolyn, I am sorry for your loss. Yes, I will miss that big smile and warm, friendly manner!

Jim & Peggy O'Brien posted on 11/30/16

Sincere condolences to you,Carolyn, and your family. He gave it a good fight. Will miss his wit & pleasant smiles! Hugs & Prayers.

Don & Marie dennis posted on 11/30/16

Thoughts and prayers for you every day. Will miss that big smile of Jim's!

Roger and Vicky Schultz posted on 11/29/16

We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ron and Jackie Smith posted on 11/29/16

Carolyn...sending our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Ellen Davis posted on 11/29/16

We are sorry for your loss !