Richard Leinen

Richard (Ric) Alvin Leinen, 61, passed from this earth on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, with his family by his side in Austin, TX. Ric was born to Doris (Baldis) and Alvin Leinen in Taylorville, Illinois. He had two stepfathers, Earl Vangeison came into his life in 1969 and Granvel Nation in 2009. He is survived by his mother and stepfather Granvel from Illinois and his loving family in Texas, Washington, Pennsylvania, and California.

Ric is survived by his wife of 36 years, Lanette (Piper), three loving sons and daughters in-laws, and six light-of-his-life grandchildren. His sons and their wives are: Chris and Dee Elsner; K.C. and Rachel Leinen; and, Dustin and Chelsea Leinen. Ric's grandchildren are: Demi, Gabi, Luke, Nash, Temple, and Nolan. Ric is survived by four sisters and their families: Shirley of Illinois; Jeannie and Sandy of California; and Debbie from Washington. He is survived by Kathie Rawlings (Grammy). Ric is preceded in death by his father Alvie and step-father Earl.

Ric has been in sales and construction for most of his life and built his family owned business, ATX Roofing and General Contracting of Austin. Ric was a man of peace, love, and congregation. He never met a stranger and had many dear friends in this world. He loved to play guitar, listen to live music, and make people smile. He loved his life and his fellow man which was felt from the moment you met him. Ric will be missed by his loving family and friends from coast to coast. He will always be our "music man".

Friends are invited to join the family in celebration of Ric's life at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at Papi Tino's, located at 1306 E. 6th Street in Austin, Texas.