LeAnn Banaszek

LeAnn James Banaszek, 67, of Bellwood, Illinois, and Eureka Springs, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026. Born on January 14, 1959, in Peoria, Illinois, to the late Judith and Paul James, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Andrew Banaszek, and her son, Bradley James Banaszek.

On February 17, 1979, LeAnn married Charlie, and together they built a life rooted in devotion, resilience, and deep love for their family. She raised her children in Bellwood, creating a warm and caring home, and later in life she and Charlie began a new chapter together, becoming semi-retired and starting a business in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

LeAnn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She is survived by her daughter, Leslie Ann Harrison; her beloved grandchildren, Lena Elizabeth, Matthew Joseph, and Lillian Grace; her sister, Lisa and Bob Kirsch; and her niece, Emily and Ryan Johnson. Nothing meant more to her than her family. She was a steady source of comfort, love, and support, and she took great pride in the life she built with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her kindness, strength, and caring nature will be remembered by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service celebrating LeAnn’s life will be held in the spring in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered always.