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Funeral Home Icon Spencer Leak Jr. Dies at 56
31 May
Summary
- Spencer Leak Jr., a key figure in a renowned funeral home, passed away at 56.
- He led Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, known for Civil Rights involvement.
- Leak Jr. managed over 3,000 funerals annually in the Chicago area.
Spencer Leak Jr., a respected vice president of Leak & Sons Funeral Homes, passed away at 56. He was a crucial part of a family legacy that began in 1933 with a mission to serve the Black community during a time of segregation.
Leak Jr. was dedicated to his family's business, working there since childhood and earning a degree in mortuary science. He became a licensed funeral director in 1989, later advancing technology and operations at the funeral home, which serves over 3,000 clients annually in the Chicago area.
The Illinois House of Representatives honored Leak Jr. in a 2024 resolution, acknowledging his contributions and his community involvement, including mentoring young Black men through 100 Black Men. He recently spoke with CBS News Chicago about the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson, for whom Leak & Sons handled funeral services.
He is survived by his wife, Dr. Donna Leak, and their children, Spencer Leak III and Emma Sophia Leak. Leak & Sons Funeral Homes has locations in Chicago, Country Club Hills, and Matteson.
