| Notes |
- Jodi Lynn Leas of Elm Grove, born on February 16, 1963, and entered eternal life on August 26, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Gregory S. Leas and mother of Nicholas and Ben Leas.
Preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Rusch. Loving daughter of Sheldon W. (Diane) Rusch and sister of Sheldon M. (KT) Rusch, and Todd (Kym) Rusch.
Also survived by Arnold and Rose Marie Leas, Bryan Leas, Kristine (Mike) Guest, Michael Leas, and several nieces and nephews.
Jodi was a true lake girl who loved the north woods, particularly her summer home on Duck Lake in Eagle River, WI. She was a gracious north woods hostess, following the tradition set by her beloved Grandmother, Lillian Weyenberg of Three Lakes, WI. During many memorable summers Jodi hosted family and friends at Duck Lake and never tired of directing activities for the children who adored her. She always looked forward to reuniting with her "summer sisters," especially her beloved cousin Amy Decker who was truly a sister in her heart.
Jodi was a born sports mom; the daughter of a Big 10 baseball player and coach, she was the perfect mom for two athletic boys and she never tired of the numerous rides to soccer and basketball practices and games. She was also a talented writer who published many essays and articles, mostly on the subject of motherhood.
Visitation Monday August 30, 2010 at the funeral home from 4-7p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday August 31, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Visitation Church 1260 Church St., Elm Grove. Private graveside service St. Mary's Cemetery Elm Grove. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Nick and Ben Leas Educational Fund, Town Bank 13150 Watertown Plank Rd., Elm Grove, WI 53122.
Becker Ritter
Funeral Home
14075 W. North Ave.
Brookfield, WI
262-782-5330
www.BeckerRitter.com
|
1963 - 2010 (47 years)
