Joseph Michael Leece

Lansing, Michigan

Age 49; passed away September 26, 2010. Joe shared his final days with his loving family and many caring friends. He was born February 11, 1961 in Lansing. He was a printing pressman in various printing houses in Lansing. Joe was also a ticket taker at Michigan State University in Spartan Stadium and Munn Ice Arena for over 25 years. He eventually became supervisor of the ticket takers. He loved the Spartans. He always had a good word and a helping hand for those that needed it. Joe loved his family and particularly his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Gordon and sister-in-law, Shelly. Joe is survived by his sons, Corey (Shannon) Leece and Mitchell Leece; his sweet granddaughters Alaina and Emily Leece; mother, Rae Leece; brothers, Larry, Bill and Tim Leece and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and the mother of his children Lenay Leece. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, October 5, 11:00 a.m. at the Church of the Resurrection, 1531 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing. A private burial service will be held at a later date. Those desiring may make contributions to Ele’s Place, 1145 W. Oakland, Lansing, MI 48915 or to McLaren Visiting Nurse & Hospice, 2316 S. Cedar, Ste. 600, Lansing, MI 48910 in Joe’s memory. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing.