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Jeffrey A. “Jeff” Leeking, 70

November 01, 2020

Jeffrey A. “Jeff” Leeking, 70, of Lititz, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on November 1, 2020. Born in Ephrata, PA he was the son of the late Edwin and Kathryn (Brendle) Leeking. He was the loving husband of Linda (Kulp) Leeking for over 34 years.

Jeff will be remembered for his love of the outdoors. He was an avid fox trapper and enjoyed visiting his family cabin in Potter County where he would enjoy spending time in nature and taking in the views. He was a member of the National and Pennsylvania Trappers Association. He also enjoyed collecting antique Lititz and trapping memorabilia. He was also quite competitive and was always up for a good board game or hand of cards.

The competitive nature in him also made him an avid sports fan. You could always find him cheering for the local teams including, Warwick football and wrestling teams, as well as Penn State Football. He also enjoyed the Dallas Cowboys and St. Louis Cardinals. Jeff treasured the time he could spend with others watching and conversing about sports.

Jeff was a graduate of Warwick High School, Class of ’68, and a faithful member of Grace Church, Lititz, for 34 years.

He will also be fondly remembered for his dedicated years of working in the Lititz Community. He spent more than 35 years working alongside his brother Dennis, at Leeking Plumbing of Lititz. Family played an important role in Jeff’s life and making memories with his children and grandchildren was something he never took for granted. To his grandchildren, he was affectionately known as “PawPaw”.

His love will continue on in his wife Linda, children; Amy, wife of Jonathan Kenn, of Lititz, Alan Leeking of Chicago, IL and Aaron Leeking, husband of Jacquelyn, of Jacksonville, FL, grandchildren; Chase and Aria, brothers, Michael Leeking of Rothsville and Dennis Leeking, husband of Dianne, of Lititz, a sister-in-law, Mary and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in passing by his parents and brother, Donald Leeking.

A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Grace Church, 501 W. Lincoln Avenue, Lititz, PA at 3PM. Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 2-3PM. Due to the current pandemic, the wearing of masks in the church is strongly encouraged. Interment will take place Rothsville Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jeff’s name may be made to Camp Conquest, campconquest.org/giving/

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November 26, 2020

Our sympathy. Keeping you and yours uppermost in thoughts this Thanksgiving Day.

John and LuAnn Goldfus

November 24, 2020

Dolores and I have fond memories of the. “Leeking Brothers ” helping us out at the General Sutter In when we owned it from 1997-2006. Jeffery was always pleasant and helpful. We wish the family well and are sorry for your loss….
Edward Brophy

November 11, 2020

Dear Linda and family, Our sincere condolences to you in the passing of Jeff. I first met Jeff when we both started first grade at Rothsville Elementary School, being in the same classroom through sixth grade. Then the same 1968 graduating class seventh through twelveth grades. Later we met both you and he at Grace Brethren Church sharing in worship. How fleeting is this life. We will remember you and yours in our prayers. Blessings to You. Sharon and Jack Yoder

November 11, 2020

Dear Linda and family, Bill and I were so shocked and saddened when Dennis told us bout Jeff’s passing this morning. We hadn’t heard this sad news. We will long remember Jeff’s good humor and willingness to help whenever we needed a plumber. Dennis was our neighbor when we lived on Hummingbird back in the 70s and 80s, Linda worked at school with me, and Amy married Jonathan who was our neighbor after Hummingbird, so our families go way back! Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. It’s such a comfort to know that Jeff loved the Lord and is now in His presence. May He continue to give you His peace and comfort each day. With our love, Bill and Janet Ross

November 09, 2020

Dear Linda and family, wishing you our deepest sympathy as you begin your time of grief. Know that our thoughts, our prayers, our hearts are with all of you. Blessings to you, Sharon Wilson and family

November 07, 2020

Dear Linda,
We never got a chance to meet Jeff, but our daughter’s in-laws, Lester & Donna, are dear to us, and we know that they loved Jeff very much. We are grateful that they enjoyed many years of wonderful friendship. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Linda Popovich

November 06, 2020

Linda,
So sorry to hear about the lose of you husband, Jeff. May fond memories sustain you and your family at this time of sorrow.
My condolences,
Elaine Long

November 06, 2020

Amy, SORRY for your loss .our deepest Sympathy goes to you and your family . OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. JILL & Tom OEHME

November 06, 2020

Extending my sympathy to the Leeking family. So sorry for your loss.
Dixie c Heacock

November 05, 2020

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I was so saddened to learn of Jeff’s passing. You have all been very special to me. Take care of yourselves, and find comfort in the knowledge that God will sustain you during this difficult time.
Michele Witmyer

November 05, 2020

My deepest sympathy to your family. Jeff took great care of us as customers and was incredibly patient and friendly.
The Shawn long Family

November 04, 2020

Linda, Amy, Alan, Aaron. my condolences for your loss. What a blessing knowing he is his Eternal Home. May the memories & good times help you through these sad time.
Deb Shank

Visitation: Sunday, November 08, 2020; 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM; Grace Church; 501 W. Lincoln Avenue; Lititz, PA
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Services: Sunday, November 08, 2020; 3:00 PM; Grace Church; 501 W. Lincoln Avenue; Lititz, PA
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