James Edward Leigh Obituary
The passing of James Edward Leigh (Rochelle, Illinois), born in Rockford, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 23, 2024 at the age of 68. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Edward Leigh or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As James departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James E. Leigh, Jr. and Velma Neely Leigh; and his grandparents, James and Lavilla Leigh. He is survived by: his brother Keith (Julia) of Georgia.
A memorial service was held on Wednesday, January 15th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church (810 Woolf Ct, Rochelle, IL 61068).
