Obituary of Leo Chester Cummings

Passed away Monday, May 27, 2019 at Ascension of St. Mary's Hospital with his family by his side at the age of 63. Leo was born April 12, 1956 in Saginaw, Michigan the son of Fredrick and Gladys (Wirner) Cummings Sr. He proudly served his country in the United States Marines during the Vietnam War. Leo was united in marriage to the former Cathryn Miller on October 14, 1978 in Saginaw, MI. Leo was a very compassionate person; he enjoyed helping out his family and friends. His passion was woodworking, whether it be helping a family or friend build a garage, shed or some other structure. Leo was a member of ALON Club and enjoyed volunteering as much as he could for the club. He was a huge history buff; especially regarding the Saginaw area. Leo enjoyed going to garage sales, antique shops and estate sales just to be able to see and buy all the interesting history items he could find. He also enjoyed hunting and spending time with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed. Leo is survived by his wife, Cathie; son, Nathan Cummings; two brothers, David (Betty) Kiefer and Fred (Liz) Cummings Jr.; three brother and sister in-laws, Charles (Melissa) Miller, David Miller and Harold (Linda) Miller; best friends, Sam (Dorothy) Gomez, Jerry Pringle and Terry Blakley and several nieces nephews and cousins. Leo was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Michael Cummings. FUNERAL: A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 3:00 PM from Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) with Chaplain Fred Cummings to office with Military Honors to follow. VISITATION: Family and Friends may gather at the funeral home Saturday from 2:00 Pm until the time of service. MEMORIALS: Those planning a memorial contribution are asked to consider memorials to the wishes of Leo's family, In care of Cathie Cummings. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com