Leonard P. Beckner Jr.

Leonard P. Beckner Jr., 66, of Kankakee, passed away at his home on Friday, January 9, 2026. Leonard was born on March 17, 1959, in Danville, IL., the son of Leonard P. Beckner Sr. and Mary K. (Cox) Beckner. Leonard grew up and spent most of his life in the same neighborhood. He graduated from Kankakee Eastridge High School, the class of 1977. Leonard is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Donald L. and Brenda K. Beckner of St. Anne, IL.; sister and brother-in-law, Sheila L. and Kevin Kirchner of Bonfield, IL.; several nephews, Jake (Kathryn) Senesac of Bourbonnais, IL., Alex Senesac of Bradley, IL., Nick Kirchner of Bonfield, IL., Damion Beckner of Kankakee, IL., Robin Beckner of Kankakee; IL., one niece, Brittney (Anthony) Ricketts of Herscher, IL.; 4 great nephews and 1 great niece. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jerry Dean Beckner of Kankakee, IL. At a later date in time, a private gathering to celebrate his life will commence. Cremation rites have been accorded.