Obituary of John LeRoy Meehan

John LeRoy Meehan "LeRoy" was called to eternal life surrounded by his family on February 2, 2022 at the age of 84 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.LeRoy, also known as Dad, Grandpa, was born to the late John and Eva Meehan in Toltec, Colorado. �LeRoy proudly served his country in the United States Navy with many sailings overseas. He was honorably discharged. He then became an auto-bodyman and painter as a profession. LeRoy was also a self-taught, accomplished guitarist and bassist, and shared his talent in a host of musical groups.�When not playing his guitar, LeRoy loved being with his family, fishing, camping, and just being together. He would light up whenever any one of his grandkids came around. His son, Cooper Meehan preceded him in death in 2006.LeRoy is survived by his seven grown children, Marla Meehan, Jennifer LaFleur, Roslyn (Adam) Trujillo, Matthew Meehan, Nathan Meehan, Rebecca Meehan, Leona (Dominic) Lupori. In addition, he is survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.Visitation, 4:00PM-7:00PM, Wednesday, February 23, 2022, The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909.Masks or facial coverings required to attend.Funeral Service, 10:00AM, Thursday, February 24, 2022, Fresh Wind Church, 805 North Murray Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80915. Graveside Service, 12:00PM, Thursday, February 24, 2022, Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80925."Dad, Grandpa you will be missed." Events Visitation Wednesday, February 23, 2022 4:00PM - 7:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Funeral Service Thursday, February 24, 2022 10:00AM Fresh Wind Church 805 N. Murray Colorado Springs, CO 80915 Phone: 719-328-1793 Graveside Thursday, February 24, 2022 12:00PM Pikes Peak National Cemetery 10545 Drennan Road Colorado Springs, CO 80925 Phone: 202-632-8035