Leland Minneman

Leland Minneman

January 14, 1943 - July 21, 2024

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Leland (Lee) Eugene Minneman, 81, died on July 21, 2024.  He was born on January 14, 1943 in Hartford City, Indiana to the late Ovid and Lela Minneman.  Lee had a lifelong passion for aviation and flying.  He held various positions in the airline industry in planning and maintenance, including many years at ATA Airlines (American Trans Air) and FedEx.  In his free time, he loved tinkering in his garage on cars and airplanes, going to the Hartford City Senior Center, and spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include two sons, Greg (Maria) Minneman, and Mark (Paula) Minneman; one daughter, Amy (Derek) Eaton; 7 grandchildren, Alex Minneman, Mackenzie Minneman, Samantha (Nate) Pickel, Nicole Minneman, Jacob Minneman, Rhylee Eaton, and Brody Eaton; and three great-grandchildren, Brooks Minneman, Harper Hubbard, and Lane Pickel, along with his brother Rex (Kim) Minneman.  He was preceded in death by both parents.

A celebration of life will be planned for a later date to honor his legacy and memory with his family and friends.

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Leisa Howard
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Rest in Peace Lee
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Leisa Howard
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Again, my deepest sympathy to the Minneman family for the loss of such a good person. Lee always had such a comfortable, calm and peaceful way about him. However, his kindness and sense of humor would always shine through. May he rest in peace now.
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Terri Divita
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Celebrating the life of a good person and mourning the passing with you. Lee touched many people's lives-- mine included. I'm grateful I had the chance to know him.
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James Feisley
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Our deepest sympathy to Lees family. Lee was a good and kind person with a gentle spirit. I worked with Lee about 20 yrs at ATA and FedEx. We shared a love of aircraft and Volkswagens. I remember well when Lee accompanied our family for our annual camp out on the Mohican river, he enjoyed tubing and euchre. You would have thought he was a member of our family. Lee will be missed by us all. Rest in peace my friend.
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Janet Lipomi
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It is with great sadness to hear of Lee’s passing. We had the pleasure of spending time with him last fall at Lake Seminole Resort. And we will not be able to look at our wine stopper without thinking of him. Such a very nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. Mike and Janet Lipomi, Largo, FL
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Kerri and Terry
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Easily the second coolest guy to don the doo rag. We’re sure going to miss his gentle & easy going demeanor. There’s always good things going on in the heart of a quiet man. Much respect. Love to his Family and his legacy. Kerri and Terry

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