Born in St. Paul, MN, his family moved to CA when he was young and he attended South High School. Jim served in the Air Force (62nd Field MS) until 1969. He then worked at the Port of Long Beach for 25 yrs. An avid music lover and lifelong Dodgers fan, Jim spent 1983-2002 volunteering for Central Redondo Beach Little League.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Patricia "Pat"; children, Bridget, Jim, and Jeff; four grandchildren; and sister, Jacqueline Kalina.
He was preceded in death by his parents Chris and Lucille Leko, and brother, Gary.
Casual dress/Dodger Blue invited.
After burial, a Celebration of Life will take place at Taqueria El Amigo, at E. 182nd PI, Redondo Beach from 3pm-5pm.
Instead of flowers, please consider donations to the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation.