Donald E. Leckrone Sr., 89, of Springfield, IL passed away on Friday January 31, 2025.

Donald was born in Anderson, IN on September 19, 1935 and was the son of Harold E. and Hazel (Dillon) Leckrone.

Donald had an array of commendable accomplishments through which he took great pride.  He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War Era.  The majority of his professional career was spent serving in various positions for the Illinois State Police, retiring in 1985 after 29 years of service.  After retirement, Donald's determination, commitment, and strong work ethic led him to owning and operating Leckrone Tax Service and Leckrone Rentals for over 30 years.

Donald is a lifetime member of several professional organizations including the Fraternal Order of Police, the Illinois Police Association, the Command Officers Association, the Central Illinois Special Agent Association, and the Illinois Division of the International Association for Identification. He was also a lifetime member of the American Legion, Elks Lodge, and the TRN Club.

Donald married Marsha A. (Ruch) on July 23, 1988 in Springfield, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Hazel; son, Captain Donald E. Leckrone Jr.; stepson, Clay C. De Weese; stepson, Scott A. De Weese; and step-sisters, Ruth Ann Kramer and Mary Thomason.

Donald is survived by his wife, Marsha Leckrone of Springfield; son, Colonel Ret. David E. (wife, Mary) Leckrone of Springfield; Stepdaughter, Amy N. (Dion) Macklin of Springfield; granddaughter, Paige N. De Weese of Springfield; and grandson Jodey A. Ashford of Springfield

Donald was a hard-working and committed husband, father/stepfather, and grandfather.  Donald was an excellent travel companion and countless memories were made on family vacations.  He could fix nearly anything and would often teach those skills to others.   Donald always provided words of wisdom and life advice, mostly the hard kind, to those he held close.  He was extremely proud of his children and their accomplishments and his love for his grandchildren brought out a soft side not seen by many.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. on Friday, February 7th, 2025 at Ellinger-Kunz and Park Funeral Home, 530 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702. Funeral Services will follow, and the burial will take place at Brittin Cemetery outside of Cantrall, IL.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.