Leroy Mullins Jr., 72, Kewanna, passed away unexpectedly at 12:34 a.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne.

Born Nov. 14, 1943, in Kewanna, he was the youngest of nine children. He was the son of the late Charles and Ida (Evans) Mullins. On Dec. 4, 1963, he married Patricia A. (Lukas) Mullins, she survives.

He was a graduate of Grass Creek High School. He was also a U.S. Air Force veteran.

Leroy formerly worked at Kennedy Space Center and Lockhead Martin, both in Florida. He enjoyed going to auctions.

Survivors include his wife: Patricia, Kewanna; sons: Randy L. (Michelle) Mullins, Spokane, Wash.; Richard L. (Robin) Mullins, Winter Park, Fla.; Ryan L. (Denise) Mullins, Debary Fla.; Russell L. (Theresa) Mullins Sr., Kewanna; grandchildren: Randy Jr.; Christopher; Rebecca; Emily; Cassie; Joshua; Jessica; Jacob; Delaney; Lena; Joseph; Ashley; Russell Jr.; and Luna. He was also survived by 15 great-grandchildren; a brother: Ralph Mullins, Rochester; and sisters: Verna Huegel, South Bend; Bessie Bain, Minnesota; Luella Mullins, Kokomo; and Jean Caldwell, Minnesota. He was also preceded in death by sisters: Esther; Zora; and Mary.

Services are private with burial at Citizens IOOF Cemetery.

Rans Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements.