James E. Leuck, 84 years old lifelong resident of Kenosha, WI passed away surrounded by his loving family Thursday, December 22, 2022, at home. He was born March 29, 1938, in Kenosha, WI the son of the late Edmund and Marian (Lichter) Leuck. James attended local schools and went on to proudly serve in the United States Army before he was honorably discharged in 1958. On October 4, 1958, James married Evelyn Kenney at St. Thomas Catholic Church. He was employed at as an Operating Engineer for Engineers Local 139 for over 40 years prior to his retirement in 1994. James was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Pompeii Catholic Church for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, hiking, walking at Petrified Spring Parks, and trapshooting. James was a member of Wisconsin Sportsmen and Somers Gun Clubs. He enjoyed woodworking, especially building toys, cradles, and bunk beds for his grandchildren. Above all, James cherished time spent with his family. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Evelyn; two children, Susan M. (Joseph) Stellato and Edward J. (Victoria) Leuck; five grandchildren, Michael (Maggie) Stellato, Nicholas (Lila) Stellato, Lauren (Jason) Robinson, Natalie (Felix) Loewe, and Olivia (Brad) Cassiday; and one great-granddaughter, Ruby Marie Loewe. James is further survived by other extended family many friends, who often visited him even in his final days. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Chuck Wiberg; and in-laws, Lawrence and Evelyn Kenney. Memorial visitation for James will be held from 8:00 a.m. until Mass begins at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 6, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 4816 7th Ave., Kenosha, WI 53140. Interment will be held privately at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove, WI. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to Wounded Warrior Project or charity of your choice in James’ memory.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign James’Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Joyce Sorensen
January 6, 2023
Evie and family,Thinking of you, no one else can truly feel the sorrow that you bear. Know that others care. And may it help to ease your loss and bring some comfort, too, to know that many thoughts are there in sympathy with you. What a beautiful display of photos you had today, that brought many smiles to others. What a nice man!!!! Thank you for sharing them with everyone.Joyce & Ozzie Sorensen
Joe Montemurro
January 5, 2023
Sue and Family:Sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you.Joe and Pam Montemurro
Tom Hessefort
January 5, 2023
My deepest sympathy on the loss of a great n friendly man. I will miss he humor n smile at my store grand appliance.. I loved his gun collection at your older home on hwy31. I did not know he was ill. So sorry again for your loss.
Jane Ottum
January 2, 2023
Dear Evie; It was with great sadness learning of Jims passing. With love and friendship, Jane Ottum
Rita Jensen
December 31, 2022
Jim was the nicest man ,he was always happy to see you and give his cute little smile . We so enjoyed the visits with him and Evie weather in Az.,Alaska or Wis. each visit was special because Jim was .I will truly miss you and look to you as another Angel God has called to help us through rough times and good times .I know how much you loved your family and they love and miss you ,help them in this difficult time. Love to the Best Brother-in-law . Rita & Wayne
Clinton F. McMaster Jr.
December 28, 2022
Q: What was James really good at? A: Jim was good at all that he looked at and tackled.Had many good times and laughs with him on and off the trap field. Always had good rounds with him and the competition was always friendly, Will miss him on a weekly basis when at the trap fields.