Brett J. Leathers

Brett James Leathers, 62, of Grantfork, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at home.

He was born on January 19, 1963, in Lansing, MI, to Robert and Marilyn Kay (née Robbins) Leathers Jr.  On April 7, 1984, he married Diane D. Hediger, in Highland, IL.

Brett was a member of GADC (Grantfork Area Development Club) and a lifetime member of the North American Hunting Club and the National Rifle Association.  He liked hunting, fishing, a bit of gardening and spending time with his girls.  Brett had a big heart; he always helped his friends and family in any way he could, without expecting anything in return.  He lived in Grantfork for over 30 years after relocating from Oklahoma. He was a man of many talents, thriving in roles as a mechanic, manager, butcher, and electrician. He could work on anything, from cars and big rigs to planes and locomotives.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Leathers; parents, Robert & Marilyn Kay Leathers Jr; brothers, Robert Howard Leathers III and Brian Dean Leathers.

Brett is survived by his girlfriend, Jeanette “Netter” Schuster, Grantfork, IL; daughters, Jessica Janeil Leathers (Brian Schaefer), St. Louis, MO and Brittany Jae Leathers (Joshua Parker), California; granddaughter, Aurora Deneen Leathers-Schaefer; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial donations may be made to GADC (Grantfork Area Development Club). Checks should be made payable to Grantfork Area Development Club or GADC and mailed to Grantfork Area Development Club, C/O Brett Leathers, 13511 Meffert Rd., Pocahontas, IL 62275. Donations may also be submitted by venmo to https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2588322396372992705&created=1742241674 .

Memorial Visitation: Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

Memorial Service: Saturday, March 22, 2025, 11:00 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

Clergy:  Pastor Cody Knapik

Interment: McKendree Chapel Cemetery, Keyesport, IL

Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL