"Sending prayers , so sorry for your loss.. I remember meeting James many many years ago..
My father's name was Donald James Leason ... my condolonces .. Fawn Leason "
In loving memory of
James M. Leason
January 20, 1948 - May 4, 2021
James M. Leason, on May 4, 2021, of Washington Twp.; formerly of Camden. Age 73.
Beloved husband of Karen (nee Incudine). Devoted father of James Leason Jr. (Dawn), Jeffrey Leason (Christine), Donna Marie Egan (Michael), Jessica Anne Leason, and Jenna Leason. Loving grandfather of Kristen, Dominic, and Angela Leason; Matthew, Michael, and Justin Leason; Charlotte and Shane Egan; Eva Lauren Henriquez; and the late Michael James Egan. Dear brother of Mark Leason and the late Robert Leason.
James was the Runnemede Police Chief for 18 years with a total of 32 years on the force. He was a Rotarian, a member of the Knights of Columbus, a Past President of the Police Chief's Association, and a recipient of the Paul Harris Award. Jim loved working on cars and collecting antique cars. He enjoyed playing poker and watching Western movies. Most of all he was devoted to his family.
There will be a viewing from 6pm to 8pm Tuesday evening and from 9am to 10am Wednesday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Funeral Mass 11am Wednesday at Church of the Holy Family, 226 Hurffville Road, Sewell, NJ 08080.
Live stream is available using this link: https://www.facebook.com/events/295031952161824/
Interment Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hurffville.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York 10306.
Tributes
"I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was always helpful to me and my family. He will be missed. A real gentleman. My prayers go out to the family. May he rest in peace."
"dear jimmy you rest in peace the back of my home will never be the same with out seeing you almost everyday barbi"
"So sorry to hear of the passing of Jimmy! He had a heart of gold. Always kind and wanting to help a neighbor. RIP Jimmy, God Bless. George & Mary Schulze "
"So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing he was such a caring guy heart of gold. He had been a longtime friend to our Borman Family. Sending Prayers to the Leason Family? RIP Jimmy Paulette Redding (nee Borman) and Family"
"My wife and I always remember Jimmy?s smile. He was always so upbeat and positive and energetic. He was a thoughtful and kind person under his macho outside appearance. Manny a snowy morning my wife and I would wake up to find our driveway already cleared by Jimmy. He would never ask or take anything for his kindness. He was a friend and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Karen and the family."
"Words fail to express my deep sorrow for your loss, please take comfort in your faith and your family."
"To Jim's Family: So sorry for your loss. His friendship was like the stars; you don't always see them, but you know he was always there if you needed him. Rest in peace my friend. Bud Carpenter"
"We are all deeply sadden by your loss. We will forever miss you. To a wonderful friend RIP Joe Lauletta & Family"
"Jim, how do I say THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME AND MY FAMILY. And to find out you were my new neighbor was amazing. You were a godsend. Love you always ?"
"I'm terribly saddened by Jim's passing. He was a fine person. He had a wonderful sense of honor and integrity and a good sense of humor. From a business standpoint when he and his staff took on a job you knew that it would be done right. He will be sorely missed by family and friends."
" So sorry for your loss....knowing his love for cars....I know he is in heaven talking to my dad (John Bowers) and deciding what needs to be fixed...rest peacefully Jimmy...."
"Karen, Bob & I were so very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was such a great guy, so friendly and a great person to talk to. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"Karen, Mike and I were so sad to hear of Jim?s passing. We will always remember him as a kind and caring man. Please accept our sympathies for you and the entire family. Love, Mike and Pam Matt"
"So sorry to hear of the passing of Jim Leason, met him thru my sister Lorraine Hartmann at his auto body shop. What a genuine loving person his was, he would talk about the good times in Runnemede when he was chief and Lorraine was his secretary, always had a good word for everyone. RIP Jim you will be missed."
"Jimmy was not only our neighbor and friend, he was like family. He was always there for us whenever we needed his help. He was a good man with a good heart. Our sincere condolences to his entire family. He will always be in our prayers."
"God Rest your Soul Jimmy. Good Man and Good Cuz."
"to jimmy's family so sorry for your loss, jimmy was one of the best, one of the good guys many years ago i was his barber, jean costanzo"
"Jimmy, was my friend and ? Big Brother since I was 7 years old , living on Cherry St. in South Camden Nj ! He was always the Protector of the neighborhood! His love for his mom , Rita stayed with him all his life! His passion for his brother Bobby, under all conditions, never tired! He grew to love his friends as family and was so proud of his children! He paid for his mistakes by taking care of others in need! His love for cars and old stories was my personal bond with Him! He always wanted to give back and would lament ? if you need anything, call me? ! He is a hero to many and an eternal brother to me! Gonna miss you, Big Jimmy "
"It is said in life one will have but 5 real friends: one for each finger on the right hand used for greeting. I now have space that will never be filled again at my age. Jim: if there is a heaven, you will enrich that location for eternity. Your Friend: Bob Del Sordo"
"Our love and deepest sympathy to the whole family. Jimmy will be greatly missed by all who knew him Rest in peace my friend. With love and prayers Gary and Jeanne Passanante "
"Jim was always such a warm friendly person. I always got a "Hi honey", a smile and a hug at all the Chamber events. His happy face will be missed. My deepest condolence to all his family."