Benjamin W. Leckinger

Benjamin W. Leckinger, 57, of DeKalb, formerly of St. Charles, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at Valley West Hospital in Sandwich, Illinois after a four-year battle with cancer. Ben was born May 13, 1960 in Norfolk, Virginia to Charles and Bernice Leckinger.
Ben was a mechanic for 35 years, most recently with Loomis Armored US in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
Ben was a true, lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and was more than thrilled with their 2016 World Series win.
Ben was proceeded in death by his parents, Charles and Bernice Leckinger. He is survived by his beloved wife Katherine and children, Sam Leckinger, Victoria (David) Munson, Jessica Cuttriss and Anthony Cuttriss. Also survived by his loving stepmom, Bonnie Leckinger and siblings, Bob (Kelly) Leckinger, Jim (Robin) Leckinger, Sue (Wayne) Anderson, Julie (Paul) Georgiou, Julie (Bob) Baert, John (Kim) Forni, Paul (Lisa) Forni, Jim Forni, George (Tanya) Forni, and David (Sonja) Forni.
Ben was loved by many and will be missed.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank the amazing and supportive staff at Cardinal Bernadine Cancer Center at Loyola Hospital in Maywood, Illinois. Also, the family wishes to thank the caring staff at Valley West Hospital in Sandwich, Illinois and the KishHealth System Hospice of DeKalb for their outstanding care and compassion for Ben.
Services will be private. Cremation handled by Finch Crematory, to send an online condolence visit: www.finchfuneralhomedekalb.com. Arrangements were entrusted to: Finch Funeral Home 310 Oak St. DeKalb, IL, 60115 (815) 758-3841.