Timothy A. Leeder, Janesville  (1952 - 2012)

March 20, 1952 - October 20, 2012
Timothy A. Leeder, age 60, of Janesville, died on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012, at Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center, Janesville. He was born in Janesville, on March 20, 1952, the son of Floyd and Maureen (McKeown) Leeder. Following High School he enlisted in the U.S. Marines and was stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He worked for General Motors as a forklift driver until his retirement in 2006. He enjoyed gambling, hunting, fishing, watching sports, meteorology and keeping up on current events.
Tim is survived by his three children: Daniel (Briana) Leeder of Milton, Brent Leeder and Aaron Leeder, both of Janesville; three grandchildren: Brianna, Delaney and Logan; three siblings: David (Donna) Leeder and Faye (Richard) Ball, all of Janesville, and Ellis (Heather) Leeder of Georgia; best friend, Jack Tilton of Janesville; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012, at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Janesville, with Fr. John Auby officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Janesville. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012, from 5 until 7 p.m. at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Janesville. For on-line obituary and condolences: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com