James Junior Lecato

James Junior Lecato
Kingwood, TX formerly of Lansing, MI

Passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020 at the age of 81. Born March 25, 1939 to Jim and Helen (Fletcher) Lecato in Lansing, Michigan. James honorably served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He later went on to work for General Motors where he retired as a painter. James enjoyed golfing, fishing and in his younger years, coaching. He liked going to the casino and playing scratch off tickets. James was also known for volunteering to supervise anything he thought he could do better. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed by all who remember him. Preceding him in death were his wife, Patricia Lecato, many brothers and sisters and his parents.
James is survived by his two children, Stephanie (Kenneth) Figiel, Victor (Jen) Lecato; Step-son, David (Hope) Stockwell; Step-daughter, Tricia Stockwell; 10 grandchildren, James, Jon, Kenny, Leigh-Anne, Shane, Bailey, Katie, Korey, Ken and Bo and 11 great-grandchildren.
James was a spiritual man and full heartedly believed we will all be reunited in heaven one day! He asked that we celebrate his life and hold on to the many great memories we have of him. James will be deeply missed by his friends and all who were able to get to know him and especially by those lucky few that were able to call him Dad, grandpa, or GPA. A graveside service for James is pending at this time. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com