December 18 1954 February 25 2020
Craig E. Leitner, age 65, of Edwardsville, IL, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at 7:20 PM. Craig was born on December 18, 1954, in Alton, IL, the son of late Leroy E. and Jane A. (Long) Leitner. Besides his mother, Craig is survived by one brother, Daniel L. Leitner of Edwardsville; two sisters, Nancy Mickelson of Glen Caron and Susan E. Leitner of Glen Carbon; two nieces, Julia Leitner & Jenna Leitner; and two nephews, Sean Mickelson & Jayson Mickelson. Craig worked as event planner in the entertainment industry for many years. In his lifetime he helped coordinate many events including Super Bowl halftime shows and the Mississippi River Festival. Craig also enjoyed Theatre, movies, and reading books in his spare time. He was also a big fan of all the local sports teams including the Cardinals and Mizzou. Craig was cremated according to his wishes. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2020, at Weber & Rodney Funeral Home from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Memorials can be made to the Edwardsville High School Drama Scholarship c/o Edwardsville Community Foundation, P.O. Box 102, Edwardsville, IL 62025. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Craig E. Leitner please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Craig E Leitner December 18 1954 February 25 2020.
Death notice for the town of: Edwardsville, state: Illinois