He lived loud, laughed hard, and loved unconditionally. With hearts full of stories and memories, we gather to celebrate and honor the – legendary - life of Arnold William Leskey. He was a loving son, father, papa, and friend. He was a ride-or-die, Rock 'n Roll kind of guy until the very end.

Arnold "Arnie" William Leskey, 63, of Duluth, Minnesota passed away on September 23, 2025. He was born in Duluth Minnesota on May 5, 1962 to parents Beulah and Allan Leskey. He graduated from Duluth Central High School and was known for his speed and agility in Track and Field, for which he won various awards. After graduating high school, Arnie went on to attain a vocational degree from Duluth Area Vocational Technical Institute in Machine Technology and later in life obtained his CDL license. Arnie was a hardworking man who was skilled in many different professions and did impactful work in whatever job he did.

With an infectious laugh, a smile that could light up a room, and a heart big enough to hold the world, Arnie lived life on his own terms - he was joyful, generous, kind, stubborn as hell, and was as free as a bird. He was the kind of man who made strangers feel like friends and friends feel like family. Whether he was lending a hand, cracking a joke, or simply being his unapologetically authentic self, Arnie brought light and laughter into the lives of others wherever he went.

There was nothing Arnie loved more than being on the open road riding his Harley, it was his time to fly and be free. Arnie had many other passions that brought him joy. He was a skilled pool player known for his trick shots and tournament play, he loved playing darts with friends and often enjoyed taking his beloved dogs, Nalla and Star, on nature walks with family. Arnie was an avid collector, he gathered Harley Davidson memorabilia, baseball cards, coins, stamps, and daggers, and never failed to see the value in something. He had a deep reverence for bald eagles, he lived his life with the same prideful spirit, quiet resilience, and fierce freedom that they represent.

Arnie was preceded in death by his father, Allan; and brothers, Donny, Larry, and Kenny.

Arnie is survived by his beloved mother, Beulah; brothers, Gary and David; children, Nathan, Alex, Andrew, and Emily; grandchildren, Caitlen, Draven, Trent, Ethan, Mason, Bentley, Kaiden, Nadine, Vivian, and Catalina; and great-grandchildren, Mia and Maliah. He also leaves behind countless close family members, and dear friends.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all who knew and loved Arnie and supported him throughout his life.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 6th at Sunrise Funeral Home, 4798 Miller Trunk Hwy, Hermantown, with funeral service at 12:00 PM, with a reception to follow. Interment at Sunrise Memorial Park Cemetery at 2:30 PM.

As we honor Arnie's life, we carry with us the joy he sparked in every heart, the wisdom he shared, and the unconditional love he gave. Though he'll be deeply missed, his spirit rides with us always - fly high, Arnie. You're free as a bird now.