Obituary of David M. Leick

David M. Leick, 76, beloved husband of Beverly, passed away after a short illness on April 22, 2024, in Hilton Head Hospital. He was born on March 20, 1948, in Aurora, IL, and lived most of his life in the Chicago area.

Dave graduated from the University of Notre Dame, after which he began a career in accounting. He worked in corporate accounting positions until 1999 when he and his wife moved to Hilton Head Island, SC. They bought an Ace Hardware store on the Island, and Dave managed and worked in the business until it was sold, and he retired.

His interests included golf, collecting sports memorabilia, attending Notre Dame football games, and reading. Dave was a quiet, unassuming man and was well-liked because of his gentle nature.

He is survived by his wife; Beverly, his fond stepchildren; Kathleen, Bill, Michael, (Catherine), and David, his step-grandchildren; Alex, (Jessica), Savannah, and Cole, his sister; Sharon, (Tom) Anderson, his nephews; Gregory Anderson and Raymond Anderson, and his brother-in-law; John (Joy) Licata. Dave was predeceased by his beloved parents, Dorothy, and Raymond.

A memorial service will be held in Illinois and Dave’s cremated remains will be buried in the family plot in Aurora. You can honor Dave’s memory by contributing to your favorite charity or by merely performing an act of kindness.