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Bernard Leick Obituary
Bernie was born August 21, 1935, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Edward J. and Gertrude M. Longeway Leick and graduated from St. Francis High School with the class of 1953. Bernie worked as a Computer Systems Analyst for First Data and Alegent Health. He was a longtime umpire and crew chief for the Council Bluffs Umpires Association and opened with the first class of Black Jack Dealers when Harvey's Casino opened. Bernie was a member of Queen of Apostles Church, Jaycees in California and served in many capacities of Toastmasters, including past District Governor, and for 8 years served in the National Guard Reserves. Bernie was united in marriage to Donna Doran in 1978.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Gertrude Leick and niece, Kathy Thompson.
Survivors include wife, Donna, of Council Bluffs; children and spouses, Deborah (Danny) Larimer, of Longmont, Colo., Lisa Leick, of Omaha, Christopher Leick (Shelli), of Omaha, Eric Leick (Tammy), of Mead, Colo., Lisa (Chris) Allen, of Hannibal, Mo., Jason Leick, of Broomfield, Colo., and Tony Leick and fiancé, Jane Jorgenson, of Council Bluffs; 13 grandchildren; 1 great grandson; sisters, Gretchen (Dick) Thompson, of Council Bluffs, Geraldine Shestak, of Orlando, Fla., and Mary Kathleen (Bob) Jensen, of Sioux City, Iowa; many nieces and nephews.
Visitation with family Monday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., with a Christian Wake Service at 7 p.m. at Queen of Apostles Church. Funeral Mass Tuesday, 10 a.m., also at Queens. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, followed by a luncheon at Queen of Apostles. Memorials to Queen of Apostles and St. Albert Schools.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Nonpareil.
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for Bernard Leick
Thinking of you grandpa!
Eric's kiddos
July 9, 2011
June 27, 2011
Hi Dad, I can't believe it has been 10 days since you left us....I hope the streets of gold are shiny and your room an oasis. I can't wait to spend eternity with you and all my loved ones. I imagine you have been by to see my new home on your way to our forever home. Tony and Jane are so awesome and such lovers. They welcomed us all with open arms and even cooked breakfast everyday....We can hardly wait to go celebrate their union on the 15th. Time for some more happy memories now. Come visit me in my dreams. I love you and I know you loved me. Your Daughter Deb
June 22, 2011
Dear Leick Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Bernie's passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to Donna, and the entire family. May your faith give you strength during this time.
Marilou and Steve Dohe
Paul W
June 21, 2011
Tony and Jason, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He was a generous man, giving man. He took me to my first ever Iowa basketball game. A memory I will never forget and will always cherish. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Debra Morrison
June 21, 2011
Donna,
I was so sad to read of Bernie's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time and in the months to follow.
Grant & Lisa Wells
June 20, 2011
Chris and Shelli, so sorry to hear about Bernie's passing. Lisa and I will be praying for you and the family. May God's peace and comfort be upon you.
WILLIAM SHESTAK
June 20, 2011
GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE
June 20, 2011
To the Leick family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Didn't know Donna, but know all three of the sisters -- Mary Kay was in my high school class. We're sure he'll be missed.
Dick and Gloria Champ
Susan Herbst-Murphy
June 20, 2011
My sympathies to the Leick family.
Terry and Gloria Blum
June 20, 2011
Dear Donna, Tony, and Jason,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Jennifer Thompson
June 19, 2011
Donna, Deb, Chris, Eric, Lisa, Tony, Jason and Uncle Bernie's sisters, Aunt MaryKay, Mom(Gretchen) & Aunt Geri,
May God Bless Uncle Bernie and all of you and those who knew & loved Uncle Bernie. He is now without pain and can now rest with Grandma, Grandpa and Kathy to welcome him into the Kingdom of Heaven!! He knows we all loved him and I'm glad I got to see him sadly at my own sisters passing but either way I'm glad Bernie was able to attend. It sure meant a lot to all of us!!! If you all need anything please don't hesitate to ask. Sorry I can't be there but you all arre in my thoughts & prayers!!! Love & Miss you all, Jennifer Thompson
Terry Lainson
June 19, 2011
Sorry to hear about Bernie, our hearts and prayers go out to his family.
Tammra Schillig
June 19, 2011
Donna and family-Sorry to hear of Bernie's death. The annual Doran family golf tournament has lost one of its fiercest competitors. Bernies strong voice and unforgetable laugh will always be a great memory for us all. We dont have to look far to see the imprint he left with his children, and grandchildren. Donna keep all those happy times together as memories to help you in the days ahead. We love you all.
Julie Thompson
June 19, 2011
God Bless you Uncle Bernard, you were a great man and uncle!! You are with grandma and grandpa and my sister, Kathy now. My sympathies, prayers and love to my cousins, Aunt Donna, Aunt Geri, Aunt Mary Kay and mom! Love you all!
Tammy Leick
June 19, 2011
Dearest dad....you rest with our heavenly father now! I thank the lord for you, and creating Eric the father of my children....the Leick name will carry on and on!!! Happy father's day to all of you! Tammy
All his kids and grandkids
June 19, 2011
Happy....not so....Happy anymore, Fathers day daddy!!! Dang this is tough...
Deborah Lea
June 19, 2011
Daddy I miss you already....Thank you for my beautiful siblings. Thank you for life and all the great memories. Thank you for loving me and Danny and Talyn and for making us feel special. Thank you for wearing all those ugly ties I sent and making me feel like they were your favorite:) You are at peace now and that brings me comfort.
Always your first born and proud of it!!!Lots of Love
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