William Oakley Leck

Leck William Oakley Leck, age 59, of Cumberland, WI, formerly of West Chicago, IL. Born May 10, 1944, in Minneapolis, MN, died suddenly Feb. 16, 2004, in Cumberland, WI. Preceded in death by father, George; mother, Edith, and brother, George. Survived by wife, Lucia; daughter, Malia (Sam) Brandt; sons, Christopher (Jen Johnson) and Michael; and his brother, Dennis. Memorial set for Fri., Feb. 20, 2004, at First Lutheran Church of Cumberland, WI. Visitation takes place from 10-11 AM with memorial service to follow. Guests are invited to bring an item or story to be shared at a memorial table. Memorials may be given in Bill's name to P.A.D.S. For many years he was a volunteer with this organization that serves the needs of the homeless. Address: DuPage P.A.D.S. Inc., 105 West Liberty, Wheaton, IL, 60187. William is also greatly missed by nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, father- in-law, and many friends.

Published in Star Tribune on February 18, 2004