Robert Leeson Jr. Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert Leeson Jr. (Narragansett, Rhode Island), who passed away on January 5, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Leeson Jr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Evelyn O. T. Leeson and Robert Leeson; and his brother Richmond Talbot Leeson. He is survived by: his wife Peggy of Providence; his children, Hope Leeson (John Mills), Bob (Lolli Leeson), Margaret Leeson (Tom Gramaglia) and Jamie (Doony Leeson); and his grandchildren, Jack, Ivy Mills, Robbie, Nate, Annabelle Leeson, Abby, Peter, Silas Gramaglia and Josie Leeson.
In lieu of flowers, Rob's family wishes that contributions be made in his memory to the University of Rhode Island, Metcalf Institute's Leeson Lecture Series, or any of the environmental organizations to which Rob devoted his time and shared his expertise.