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LeRoy Emil Veskrna

Birth	:	25 Sep 1944 Burke, Gregory County, South Dakota, USA
Death	:	17 Oct 2016 Winner, Tripp County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Colome Cemetery, Colome, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.2638245, -99.7223816
Description	:	LeRoy Emil Veskrna was born on September 25, 1944 in Burke SD the son of Emil and Agnes Veskrna (Cervenka). He attended school in Burke SD, Casper, WY and graduated from Winner High School in 1963. LeRoy joined the South Dakota Army National Guard in 1966 and was honorably discharged in 1971. On May 17, 1969, he was united in marriage to Carol Ann Elliott at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Colome SD. They lived south of Colome for three years before moving into town. They were blessed with two children; LeRoy Emil Veskrna Jr. born on November 21,... Read More	LeRoy Emil Veskrna was born on September 25, 1944 in Burke SD the son of Emil and Agnes Veskrna (Cervenka). He attended school in Burke SD, Casper, WY and graduated from Winner High School in 1963. LeRoy joined the South Dakota Army National Guard in 1966 and was honorably discharged in 1971. On May 17, 1969, he was united in marriage to Carol Ann Elliott at St. Isidore Catholic Church in Colome SD. They lived south of Colome for three years before moving into town. They were blessed with two children; LeRoy Emil Veskrna Jr. born on November 21, 1973 and Penny Jo Veskrna born on June 2, 1978. On April 27, 1989 LeRoy's wife passed away after a long battle with cancer. After Carol's passing, LeRoy was left with the task of raising his two children on his own; which he took on without falter. LeRoy worked driving truck for Bob and Geo Shippy until he started working for the Tripp County Highway Department as a mechanic. LeRoy remained at this position for 37 years before retiring. During this time LeRoy also worked evenings and weekends with his father Emil as co-owner of E&L Repair on Main Street in Colome. After his father's passing in 1992 LeRoy planned building a new shop which, with the help from many of his friends, was completed in 1996. He then became partners with Kevin Miner and Grungy Guys Sanitation was started. This venture lasted a few years before being dissolved. LeRoy spent the remainder of his years helping friends and neighbors by repairing lawn mowers and equipment in his shop. He also drove semi-truck part time for local farmers and friends. LeRoy was very active in the Colome Community. He belonged to the Colome Volunteer Fire Department for several years. During this time he enjoyed building fire trucks and repairing the firefighting equipment. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 146 where he served as commander for two terms. He also served on the Colome City Council for several years. The hobby LeRoy was known best for was restoring and showing antique tractors and stationary engines. Over several years he acquired a very nice collection of tractors and engines which he took great pride in showing at Steam and Gas Shows along with his family throughout South Dakota and Nebraska over several decades. LeRoy enjoyed camping and fishing with his children and grandchildren and would do so every chance he could get. LeRoy was liked by almost everyone he met; it was hard to find anyone who did not like him. He was very well known in the Tripp County area. LeRoy, on many occasions stated, "I have never been in a fight in my life." He enjoyed talking to people wherever he went and was always outgoing and kind with everyone. LeRoy especially loved spending as much time as he could with his children and grandchildren. He would drop everything to help them when they needed him even if it meant he had to go without. LeRoy passed away suddenly October 17, 2016 at Winner Regional Healthcare Center at the age of 72. LeRoy is survived by his son LeRoy Emil Veskrna Jr. (Lee), his daughter-in-law Misty Jo Kalenda, grandsons Vance William and Joseph Emil, his daughter Penny Jo Veskrna, sonin-law Kevin John Payne, grandson Justin LeRoy and granddaughter Paige Ann. He is also survived by his aunt Marie Holub, several cousins, in-laws and many, many close friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Carol, his parents Emil and Agnes, sister-in-law Mary Lou Elliott (Connelly), mother and father-in-law Charles and Pauline Elliott and many aunts and uncles. "Take it easy, we will talk to you later" ~ LEROY EMIL VESKRNA SR. Contributor: Mark Collins (47492688)

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Where is LeRoy Emil Veskrna's memorial?
LeRoy Emil Veskrna's memorial is located at: Colome Cemetery, Colome, Tripp County, USA.
When did LeRoy Emil Veskrna death?
LeRoy Emil Veskrna death on 17 Oct 2016 in Winner, Tripp County, South Dakota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the LeRoy Emil Veskrna's memorial?
Latitude: 43.2638245
Longitude: -99.7223816

Family Members:

Parent

Emil Vaclav Veskrna

(1915 - 1992)

Agnes Cervenka Veskrna

(1920 - 2014)

Spouse

Carol Ann Elliott Veskrna

(1950 - 1989)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Colome Cemetery
Colome, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2638245, -99.7223816

2. Saint Isidore Catholic Cemetery
Colome, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2638200, -99.7223800

3. ZCBJ Cemetery
Winner, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3245300, -99.8700800

4. Saint Augustine Catholic Cemetery
Dallas, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2263940, -99.5334467

5. Dallas Hillview Cemetery
Dallas, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2271996, -99.5310974

6. Winner City Cemetery
Winner, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3850000, -99.8510000

7. Winner City South Catholic Cemetery
Winner, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3850000, -99.8520000

8. Old Lamro Cemetery
Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3574900, -99.8896700

9. Congregational Cemetery
Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1116982, -99.8199997

10. Saint Pauls Lutheran Cemetery
Wewela, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0895700, -99.7700300

11. Evangelical Zion Lutheran Cemetery
Dallas, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1401970, -99.5147400

12. Czech National Cemetery
Gregory, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2118988, -99.4636002

13. Rock Valley Cemetery
Wewela, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0641300, -99.6918100

14. Gibson Cemetery
Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0642014, -99.6908035

15. IOOF Cemetery
Gregory, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2380000, -99.4480000

16. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Gregory, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2202988, -99.4338989

17. Dixon Cemetery
Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3932991, -99.4738998

18. Saint Johns Catholic Cemetery
Paxton, Gregory County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0823490, -99.5336010

19. Mniska Presbyterian Cemetery
Bull Creek Township, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4593800, -99.5531500

20. Saint Boniface Catholic Cemetery
Clearfield, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2130000, -100.0450000

21. Ascension Chapel Cemetery
Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.0656400, -99.9211800

22. Our Savior Cemetery
Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4756012, -99.5500031

23. West Enterprise Cemetery
Burton, Keya Paha County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9785995, -99.7478027

24. Ideal Cemetery
Ideal, Tripp County, USA
Coordinate: 43.5435982, -99.8711014