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Kerry Dale Leukhardt, 68, of Fort Branch, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 8, 1955 in Champaign, Illinois to the late Richard and Oma (Maschino) Leukhardt. Kerry graduated Antioch High School and worked for 40 years as a print press operator at various companies. Kerry had a good sense of humor and a loud laugh. He was a supporter of Titan Football and attended St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Fort Branch. Kerry also enjoyed sitting on the front porch and catching up with people. He was dearly loved and will be missed.
Kerry is survived by his wife of 17 years, Nancy (Besing) Leukhardt of Fort Branch; step-children, Heather Dawson (Brad) of Francisco and Heath Woods of Hazleton; step-grandchildren, Annabel Dawson and Cooper Dawson; and brother-in-law, Tom Besing (Linda) of Evansville.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; a sister; and a brother-in-law, John Besing and his wife, Cathy.
No services will be held at this time.
For those who wish, memorial contributions can be made to Liberty Cemetery Association and mailed to Crane Credit Union, P.O. Box 280, Poseyville, IN 47633. Online condolences can be made at ColvinFuneralHome.com where you can also share a memory. Colvin Funeral Home is honored to serve Kerry’s family.
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Liberty Cemetery Association c/o Crane Credit Union
P.O. Box 280, Poseyville IN 47633