Birth date: May 7, 1938 Death date: Feb 11, 2022
Russell Lynn Leesman, 83 years old of Columbia, IL, formerly of Atlanta, IL, passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022 at his residence. He was born May 7, 1938, in Atlanta, IL. Russell retired from Caterpillar in Decatur, IL. as Read Obituary
Beautiful video for a wonderful man. Russell you will be missed
Bruce,
I’m sorry to hear about your Dad… it’s a very very tough day isn’t it. Sending prayers for you and your family.
Bruce and Greg and families.
I didn't know your father personally. However, the many times that you shared with me how your dad took care of your mom, and as the Parkinson's worsened, and how your dad carried on his painting business, and how he made trips down here or the trips you made back home, and then of his big move down here to be close to you, and all the help he gave in cleaning the vehicles, etc, and trips to ball games, etc. - All these things that you shared told me that you have had a wonderful family life and a great dad. And he lives on in each of you, whom I have the pleasure of knowing and working with.
God's blessings as you say your earthly good byes, looking forward to the day of the heavenly reunion.
Blessings; Pastor Darrell Weber
I have many memories of Russell but my favorites are the many nights he would go coon hunting with me and my grandpa Clarence. Russell called him Mage. When those 2 were together they tried to out do each other on story telling and could they tell a story. Russell had a big heart and meant alot to me. I will miss him terribly. I know every time I would see him or talk to him he would update me on Bruce and Greg. He was so proud of both of you. My sincere condolences. Mark Leesman
I remember when I was a little girl and Russell would come out to our farm for fish fry’s with his parents….he was a teenager at the time and was so kind to a little girl. As adults we were friends with your folks too. Russell did painting for me many times and Geraldine and I talked a lot about our daycare business. You were blessed with amazing parents that was so proud of you boys. Russell was truly one of the best. Hang tight to all your wonderful memories. Prayers to you all. Yaletta Batterton
Bruce and Greg, it’s a devastating loss for you. Russ was one of the most kind and caring persons I have ever known. My boys still reminisce about the funny stories he told at family gatherings 💕
Bruce....We were so sorry to see this about the passing of your dad. I do know that I'm sure he was very proud of you and Greg and all the kindness you have toward everyone. Take care and sending lots of prayers. Richard and Sharon Langrehr
