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Apr 9th, 1932 - Dec 1st, 2020Graveside Ceremony: 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at Elmwood Cemetery
Lee Roy Cruse, age 88, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Tuesday morning, December 1, 2020, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.
He was born April 9, 1932, in Louisville, Illinois, the son of Ozro and Faye (Coatney) Cruse. He was united in marriage to Lorene Spiker on August 19, 1954, in Louisville, and together they shared 54 years of marriage until her death June 18, 2009.
Lee Roy served in the Army during the Korean War. He worked at the shoe factory for 27 years and then for the City of Flora for over 20 years without missing a single day of work. He was a dedicated worker and truly enjoyed his last years working for the City at Charley Brown Park.
He is survived by his children: Rick (Debbie) Cruse of Morrisonville, Kathy “Gertie” (Jay) Griffith of Louisville, and Ronnie (Amy) Cruse of Highland, Indiana; grandchildren: Sara Griffith, Rikki Ann Holding, Crystal Hatley, Christopher Cruse, Stephanie Hawkins, Amanda Cruse, Jessica Simmons, and Riley Cruse; several great-grandchildren; a sister: Mary Whitworth of Selah, Washington; and several nieces and nephews also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife: Lorene Cruse; great-granddaughter: Alyssa Holding; sisters: Ruby Eckel, Helen Woodruff, Rita Drake, and an infant sister; and brothers: David Cruse, Lyle Cruse, Dale Cruse, Archie Cruse, and an infant brother.
A graveside ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at Elmwood Cemetery with the presentation of military funeral honors. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations are suggested to the local chapter of the D.A.V. and will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com
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Prayers to the Family.. I worked with Le Roy at the Shoe Factory in Flora.. He was a wonderful man who thought the world of his family .. He was a true Friend ... Fly High ...
My dad, Jr. King, also worked for the City and that is how I knew Lee Roy. He was such a kind and nice man, always a smile and friendly. My condolences to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH AND FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY.
Gertie,I'm mentally hugging you tight right now! I'm soooooo very sorry to hear this. Your dad's last words time were, "I'll miss you, hope your surgery goes good, n you come back soon". Haven't made it back yet... now I'm the one saying .. "I'll miss you Leroy". Heaven gained a beautiful soul. LUV U GERTIE. HUGS N PRAYERS TO ALL.
Kathy & family - I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. He always had a smile, and he would always wave. Lost touch with him and then my daughter Tammy worked at nursing home and what fun we had. Then I started playing the piano at nursing home and he would always be out there and we would have our little talks afterwards. Prayers.
So sorry for your for your loss. Prayers for comfort at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss. I am going to miss Lee Roy he had become my best friend the past several years. Prayers for Gertie and Rick and all the family.
So sorry about your dad.
Such a nice man. Prayers for all who love him.
Sorry for your loss, Ron and Kathy.
Rick, Kathy and Ronnie, I am so sorry to see your dad has passed away. My Dad loved having him at the Charley Brown Park. That group of men cleaned that Park up or it would not look like it does now. He was a great honest hard working man and he loved you kids as much as you all loved him. I love you all and a part of our Park Family always. ❤
Gertie so sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
So sorry for this great loss he was a very good man with a heart that was bigger then he was Sending thoughts and Prayers to his family
I have fond memories of Leroy and Lorene as our neighbors back when I was a kid in the old neighborhood. He was a good man!
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you.
Rest in peace Lee Roy you've worked hard. I've known him all my life and he was always there ready to help. God bless to the family.
LeeRoy & became good buddies over the past 6 years while I cared for him as one of his nurses, I believe he cared for me also. I will miss him!
I always enjoyed praying with him when Beyond the Walls prayer team was at the Care Center. I know he is with God. Sorry for your loss.
With our deepest sympathy. So very sorry for your los.
Katio,and family, I too am so sorry for your loss. I know you was always so close to him. I enjoyed the times that I got to see him and have a little chat with him. He was such a nice man, and I sure know where you got your good work ethics. I always enjoyed working with you. You are in my prayers during this difficult time. May God Bless you and all your family and bring comfort to you. I love you, Katio.
Leroy was one of my favorite people. My thoughts are with you Gertie.
My condolences to all your family. Gertie ,The love you had for Daddy was so wonderful. Sara, I know you loved him so. You will all be together again. Love is the most powerful thing we have. The only thing they can take with them & the only thing that comforts us till we see eachother again. God Bless all of you. 😇😇
Gertie and families, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Father. I want you to know YOU WERE THE VERY BEST DAUGHTER!! Endless trips to see him all the special things you did for him, PRICELESS. He loved you with all his heart as you did him as well. May God give you complete comfort for knowing you gave your whole heart to your Father. God Bless, Comfort for Peace and Strength for the day's ahead. Love you Gertie, you are TRULY ONE OF THE VERY BEST 🙏❤🥰🤗🥰❤🙏
I am so very sorry to hear this news. I loved him and tried to spoil him when I worked at Flora Rehab. Prayers to the family for comfort and peace. Sending love to you...
Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers.
Gertie we are so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort.
So sorry for your loss. He was one of my favorite at work. Always told me every day (you need to retire). Sorry he won't see that day. RIP Lee Roy
Ruthie and I always enjoyed visiting with Lee Roy when we were able to visit the veterans at the nursing homes. We always made sure he had puzzles and other little things he might need. A delightful man he was. Our deepest condolences are extended.
Rick and Family sorry to hear of your loss , Prayers go out to you and your Family ,Sincerely Mayor Village of Morrisonville IL
Gertie and family. Prayers for you and your family. We have known your family many years and im sure he will be missed very much Everyone who knows you are blessed because you are the most genuinely kindest person anyone would want as a friend in their life. Im sure many thought this of your dad also in the community and for his service to our country. May God wrap his loving arms around you and provide peace and comfort during this time.
So sad to hear of passing of your dad. Known him all my life and he will be missed. Prayers are with u and your family.
He will be missed! My prayers are with you all.
Gertie, I'm sending my sympathy...very sorry for the loss of your dad.
Ronnie & Kathy & families, So sorry for your loss, prayers are with you during this difficult time. ♥️🙏
I'm so sorry for your loss. Comforting Prayers to you all.
Gertie my dear sweet friend im so sorry to hear the loss of your dad sending you hugs n love thinking of your family .
Rikki, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandpa, from what I have been reading, he sounds like such a wonderful , loving man, who made a true impact on so many peoples lives, treasure your memories, hugs to you...Jennifer
So very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful father and family man.
Prayers are coming your way for peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Ronnie, Kathy, and family- our hearts and prayers go out to all of you during this time. May happy memories comfort you and bring you peace.
Our family sends all of you many prayers and hugs to all of your family.
My sympathy to the Cruse family. I knew Ruby Eckels & her brothers, David & Dale when they lived up near Champaign. They were a nice family.
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