Memorial services for LeRoy “PWee” Marple, 85, of Maysville, were held at 11 a.m. on Monday at Newcomb Presbyterian Church, Davenport. Family greeted friends on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cunnick-Collins Mortuary, Davenport. Inurnment will take place at Maysville Cemetery at a later date.
Cunnick-Collins Mortuary and Cremation Service assisted the family with arrangements.
LeRoy passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020, at the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf.
LeRoy was born on Sept. 9, 1934, in Aledo, Ill., the son of Fred and Grace (Sheese) Marple. He married Joyce Fisher on Sept. 16, 1953, in Edgington, Ill. He worked in sales at Lujack’s for over 30 years. He also sold real estate, where he was broker and owner of Century 21 PWee Marple Realty. He finished his sales career at Adventure RV in Davenport.
LeRoy served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict. He was a member of the Davenport Morning Optimist Club and Newcomb Presbyterian Church, Davenport.
PWee and Joyce spent time on many R.V. trips across the United States. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed camping with many friends. He could be found at his second home every week (The Golf Course). Always willing to take a few dollars from his card playing buddies and never knew a stranger. PWee enjoyed his time with family and will be missed by all.
He is survived by his wife; Joyce, of Maysville, son; Don (Laurie) Marple of Eldridge, Ed (Jodi) Marple of Pleasant Valley, Dennis (Pam) Marple of Eldridge, Dan (Shelli) Marple of Summerfield, Fla., Kevin (Robbin) Marple of Donahue, daughters; Denise (Terry) Woolison of Eldridge, Janice (Troy) Durrant of Lynn Center, Ill. He is also survived and loved by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Newcomb Presbyterian Church or the Maysville Fire Department.
Remembrances and condolences may be made to the family at www.cunnick-collins.com.
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