Birth date: Jan 30, 1927 Death date: Apr 8, 2017
Decatur – Leon J. Vemmer, 90, of Decatur, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2017 at Fair Havens Christian Home. Leon was born January 30, 1927 in Pana the son of Henry and Victoria (Morchipont) Vemmer. A WWII Navy veteran, Leon worke Read Obituary
Remember that angel food cake, Joe. Thanks for dropping a note to Todd.
Lit a candle in memory of Leon J. Vemmer
Leon Vemmer…………A kind ole soul I will always remember with a smile,Always cherishing the time we could visit for awhile.One of the few WWII veterans with the days of infamy etched in his mind,He would tell about his navy days I never heard the same story twice.He continued to serve the families of Veterans when he was back here,As a VFW member helping his brothers in arms year after year.Born to Henry and Victoria a son of their own,He stayed by their side only one time to roam.I know when he met my Aunt Mary she became the apple of his eye,As he would tell you know whatever she wants it I'm gonna try.Starting with two lovely girls very close together their family did start,Very few times you saw them alone they were very rarely apart.It happened one day no doubt a suprizeWhen daughter number three did arrive.Their family was not quite over yet one more to appear,The son that they longed for was born in a couple more years.Dedicated to work on building a home for their family members,Inviting friends and families to many a dinner.I remember the time when he thought the kids should have something grand,He made grasshopper drinks and played the accordion for us with both of his hands.His circle of life as it is now is quite large and continues to grow,Grandchildren and great grandchildren have helped make it so.Thunderbirds are creatures with supernatural powers and strength,No doubt exactly what he drives through the clouds and gives us a wink.I never though this day would happen,I hope he is smiling with a great big Manhattan.Loved and missed now and alwaysMy beloved Uncle Leon.
He is the main reason I know anything about camping! Thoughts and prayers to you Todd and your family. I hope you find comfort in the great memories you have. Love Joe Hullinger
Todd & family, So sorry to read of the loss of your father/grandfather & our neighbor. Peace & prayers to all his family. Steve & Jeannie Bainbridge
Our hearts go out to you in the loss of your sweet husband and papa Kent and Kathy Grossman Laukaitis 💗
Thank you for the MANY HOURS off working dinners at Holy Family and the KC Hall. Oh the stories you had working side by side with you at the Fish Fry's. You will be missed my friend. We truly enjoyed our talk at your 90th birthday party this past January. Looking at your baby pictures you told us "I WAS MENT TO BE IN THE NAVY, LOOKIE HERE" – and WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.Ed & Lorrie Durbin
A very fine man and friend. Rest in peace. Glad you got to have that Manhatten. All of our thoughts and prayers, Butch and Connie
