Leon L. Palmer Jr

Mt. Morris, IL, Leon L. Palmer Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025 in Serenity Hospice & Home, Oregon, IL. Leon was born on August 16, 1934 in Tampico, IL; the son of Leon L. & Hazel L. (Kepner) Palmer Sr. Once he graduated from high school he entered the United States Marine Corps serving from 1954 until 1956. Leon worked as a printer for Kable Printing Company for 40 years.

Leon was a member of the Mt. Morris Moose Lodge #1551

Leon is survived by his children: Jacquelyn K (William) Gibson, Mark D. Palmer, and Todd P. (Julie) Palmer, Sherry (Brad) Schumacher, Bobbi Kump, Terrie Kump; brothers: Donald (Bonnie) Palmer, Ed (Margaret) Palmer; 11 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and significate other: Beverly Kump.

Leon is preceded in death by his parents, sisters: Mabel and Mary Jane.

Cremation rites have been accorded with Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris, IL 61054. Celebration of Life and burial will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the team of Generation at Neighbors in Byron for the wonderful care of Leon. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Serenity House in Oregon, IL who took great care of Leon and his family during his stay.