James W. Leafstedt Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James W. Leafstedt of Alcester, South Dakota, born in Hudson, South Dakota, whose life came to an end on September 5, 2024 at the age of 88, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wendell Leafstedt and Marguerite Leafstedt (Peterson); his grandparents, Jim and Melva; his wife Melva Jacobson; his brother Stuart Leafstedt; and his siblings-in-law, Muriel and Lowell Jacobson.
He is survived by: his son-in-law Steve; his great grandchild James; his children, Charlotte Rommereim (Steve) and Jonathan Leafstedt (Carla); his grandchildren, Lara Fodness (Matt), Leah Gradert (Josh), William Leafstedt (Elise), Thomas Leafstedt and Catherine Leafstedt; his great grandchildren, Milo, Ellie, Clint Fodness, Jameson and Walker Gradert; his sister-in-law Beverly Jacobson; and his nieces and nephews, Jennifer Jacobson, Julie Coney, Carl, Matthew Leafstedt and Anne Hussian. He is also survived by many extended family members and friends.
For those who wish to make a donation in James' memory, memorials can be directed to the James W. Leafstedt Family Trust.
