Mr. Leidenheimer served in the United States Army. He was a member of the Caseyville Gun Club. Harold retired from Illinois American Water Company after working 33 years. Smokey was an avid fisherman, hunter, and sportsman. He enjoyed traveling. Harold was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Harold is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Lena Leidenheimer, nee Hess.
Surviving his loving wife of 54 years, Jovita C. Leidenheimer, nee Torres; children, Maria (Dennis) Fleshren and Susan Bruckner; grandchildren, Callie Fleshren, Dannielle Fleshren, Dana Fleshren, and Blake Bruckner; a cousin, Judie Weckerly.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Family Hospice and Dr. Stephen Raben, for their excellent care and compassion.
Memorial contributions may be made to Family Hospice, 5110 W. Main St., Belleville, Ill. 62226.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.valhallagardensandfuneralhome.com
Per Harold’s wishes cremation will be held. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Entombment of Mr. Leidenheimer cremated remains will be held at Valhalla Mausoleum, Belleville, Ill.
Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home
