Jack McLeod Obituary

McLeod, Jack

Jack McLeod, 92, passed to eternal rest on March 31, 2022 in Bella Vista, Arkansas. Born in Chicago on March 19, 1930, he was the only son of Leona (McMahon) & John McLeod. Fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and relatives.

Served honorably in the US Army during the Korean War as a forward artillery observer from 1951-53, receiving the Korean Service Medal with three bronze campaign stars as well as the United Nations Service Medal.

Appointed a detective with the Chicago Police Department in 1954. He served in the stock yards district, and Area 3 Robbery, among others, receiving many honors and commendations. After retirement from the police force he ran several businesses in Wisconsin and Florida, before retiring to Bella Vista, AR.

He was a well-respected patriot with a sense of duty, charm and happy nature. He was sustained by the sincerity of his Catholic faith and integrity. Visitation at 9:00am at St. James of the Sag Church in Lemont, Illinois, followed by a funeral mass at 10:00am. Interment to follow at St. James of the Sag Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Chicago Police Department Memorial Foundation, https://cpdmemorial.org/ are appreciated. Arrangements by Adams-Winterfield & Sullivan Downers Grove. 630-968-1000 or www.adamswinterfieldsullivan.com

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