John “Kelly” Leffingwell died April 22, 2020 at home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with kidney cancer. Kelly was born July 22, 1960 to Bill Dick and Butzie Leffingwell in Connersville, Indiana. He is survived by wife, Missy, son, Evan, daughter-in-law, Katie, and daughter, Logan.
Born an entrepreneur, Kelly had been coined “The Candy Man” at his elementary school as he would sell candy to his school friends. This skillset followed him later in life when he bought Pizza Pete at the age of 20. His hard work and determination made this a successfully ran business for more than 35 years. A legacy he’d be proud that his son and wife continue to this day. Kelly was equally proud of his daughter Logan who earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and took the driver’s seat throughout his cancer journey.
Though Kelly will be sorely missed by his family and friends, they will celebrate his beautiful life and all of his achievements. One of those achievements included obtaining his Eagle Scout rank at 15 years old. His project was to clean Whitewater Canal. Additionally Kelly was an avid canoer, who enjoyed wood working, golfing, hunting, trapping, and fishing. Any opportunity to be outside, Kelly took advantage of. If he could be outside doing the above with family and friends, all the better.
Kelly’s true passion in life was loving and caring for his family and friends. His selflessness shined through in his everyday life. A true good samaritan, Kelly touched so many by volunteering himself in any capacity.
In his final days Kelly would talk candidly to his family and friends about going to paradise and leaving the rest of us behind. They know he is in heaven and find comfort that his light will be shining upon them until they meet again.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. Everyone is encouraged to sign the online guestbook or share personal memories at www.cookrosenberger.com. Memorial donations can be directed to the St. Michael building fund at 145 St. Michael Blvd. Brookville, IN 47012. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kelly Leffingwell.