Megan (Geraghty) Kontos ’13

Megan (Geraghty) Kontos ’13, age 34, beloved wife of George Kontos; dearest mother of John; cherished daughter of Dan and Diane nee Conoboy; dear sister of Catherine (Alex) Weiss, Terese (Sam) Jensen and Jennifer (Walker) Rialla; loving daughter-in-law of Sandra and the late Don Kontos; treasured aunt, niece, cousin, colleague, and friend of many.

Megan graduated from Saint Raymond School and Prospect High School, where she won an All Star award for her academic, musical, and athletic achievements. Megan earned her Bachelors degree from Illinois Wesleyan University, where she was a beloved golf teammate, and a part of the 2011 Titan team that took 3rd at nationals. She took great pride in her work as a Human Resources Business Partner for AbbVie and Allstate. She served as President of the Associate Board for Shelter, Inc. She enjoyed hiking, coaching, golfing, running, and quality time with dear friends and family. Her most cherished moments were with her husband, George and their son, John. Megan will be remembered for her fierce friendship, humor, determination, strength, and grace. May she now rest in God’s comfort and peace.

Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics Robert (Bob) Leekley

Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics Robert (Bob) Leekley passed away on Tuesday, Jan.1. Prof. Leekley started teaching at Illinois Wesleyan in 1974, and from his first year to his 44th, his commitment to IWU and our students remained unchanged. His positive impact on generations of students and colleagues will not be forgotten. Read an obituary. A service will be held in the IWU Evelyn Chapel from 11-12 on Wednesday, January 9th.