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Kaitlin “Kaitie” Leising

Visitation

9 AM - 12 PM
Friday May 12, 2023
Hudson High School
1501 Vine St
Hudson WI, 54016

Funeral Service

12 PM - 1:30
Friday May 12, 2023
Hudson High School
1501 Vine St
Hudson WI, 54016

Kaitlin “Kaitie” R. Leising, age 29, of New Richmond, WI, died unexpectedly and tragically on May 6, 2023 while in the line of duty.

Kaitie (lovingly nicknamed Bug) was born on January 10, 1994 in Scottsbluff, Nebraska to Roger and Kristine (Hansen) Stevens. She graduated in 2012 from Chadron High School, and then went on to Black Hills State University in Spearfish, SD, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree and played golf. From a young age, Kaitie knew she wanted to go into law enforcement. She had such a love for people, especially children, who always seemed to gravitate towards her. She was always willing and eager to help others around her, even taking a special interest as a teenager to her peers that were less fortunate than her. After graduating from the police academy, she immediately excelled at police work, first serving with the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office in Rapid City, SD, and then with the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office in Hudson, WI. She was a doer – if anything needed to be done, she was there (with the exception of cooking or the dishes at home!). She will be remembered as small, but feisty

On October 7, 2017, she was united in marriage to her best friend, Courtney Leising, and the two were blessed with their son, Syler in early 2023.

In her free time, she loved reading, puzzles, and spending time outdoors camping, hiking, kayaking, waterskiing, and playing basketball. She relished in time spent on all things Harry Potter, watching crime shows, and cheering on the Denver Broncos (despite it putting strain on her marriage with her Packer-loving wife!). Above everything, her greatest passion was her family – spending time with her wife, Courtney, and her son Syler, who was her everything. She had an amazing sparkle for life, always making others around her smile and laugh. Her humor was infectious, her laugh contagious, and her loyalty for those she loved most unwavering and steadfast. To those who knew her most, she was oh so much more.

She is survived by her wife, Courtney; son, Syler; parents, Kris & Roger Stevens; sister, Jordyn (Tom) Stevens; Julie Hawkinson (grandma); in-laws, Beth & Dave Brehm; sisters-in-law, Morgan (Bradley) and Brittany Leising; dogs, Miller and Ranger; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and special friends, Jenifer and John Paul.

She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Sandie and Dorothy; grandpa, Dan; and special friend, Zack.

Visitation will be held at 9 AM- 12PM on Friday May 12 at Hudson High School, 1501 Vine St, followed by a funeral service at 12 PM. The service will be livestreamed: HERE on youtube or HERE on facebook. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF.org)

Services entrusted to the O’Connell Family Funeral Home of Baldwin, WI. (715) 386-3725. www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com

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  1. My heart goes out to Courtney, Roger, Kris, Jordyn and Tom. Together, you’ve made some absolutely amazing memories and you will always have them to remember. Baby Syler will not know his Mother, but in my heart I like to believe that there are some very happy children in Heaven who have a new special friend.
    Love and hugs!
    Sherrie

  2. Our deepest condolences to your family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  3. I remember Katie from working with her at mills fleet farm here in menomonie when I started in 2022. She was always a polite and helpful person. Her bubbly personality and smile was a pleasure to witness every day and it made everyone around her happy and made their day brighter. My condolences to her family make God bring healing and comfort to all of you.

  4. I remember working with Katie when I started working at fleet farm in March of 2022. I will always remember her by her infectious smile and bubbly personality. May God contiue to keep all those memories of Katie in the hearts of those she touched so that Syler will always know who his mother was and what kind of person she was. My heartfelt prayers and condolences to all the Leising family. May God bring comfort and healing in this time of great loss

  5. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Thank you for your service and for all the good things you did to protect us.

  6. Such an amazing student and individual. This world has lost an amazing person, wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend! Many prayer’s and love sent to each of you at this time.

  7. I didnt know Katie. Other than I met her with a F.T.O. and was introduced to her.She was a pleasant person with a GREAT SMILE.I am so sad that this happened. I was with SCSO for 29 years and retired and it hurts deeply. I pray for the Family of Katie and MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU.

    RETIRED DEPUTY SCSO

  8. Kaitie was such a wonderful person. I met her when she worked in Hill City. Her smile and bubbly personality was so special. She will truly be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts are with her family and friends. Hold her memories close.

  9. My prayers and thoughts go out to Kaitie’s family and friends. I didn’t know Kaitie personally. On Feb 21 of this year on a very snowy day, my 17 year old daughter slid about 30 feet into the ditch on badlands road with our truck. Kaitie was the sheriff who responded and helped us out that early evening. She was extremely kind, incredibly helpful, and calm. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience given the situation. She truly went above and beyond that cold snowy evening. So much promise gone far too soon. I am so sorry and may the memories carry you through.

  10. Family and Friends of Katie

    Katie was definitely an incredible person. I had the privilege to teach and coach her. She made everyone on the golf team feel welcome and important, her leadership was very important to the success the team accomplished. Prayers to you and your family.

  11. I just found out today from friends Tonia and Beth at Grant Grove that Katie had passed. I was Katies manager at Grant Grove. I have been in retail management for 35 years. I have only ever had 3 stellar Asst Mamagers and Katie was one of those three. Her work ethic, ability to manage people and business acumen were amazing. I considered her a friend as well and tried to keep in touch even after we went our separate ways. I was so excited when I heard her and Courtney were going to have a child. What an amazing mother she would make I.tjought at the time. I can’t imagine how difficult it must be for her family to lose her at such a young age. I only knew her for a few months and she made such an impact on me it has got.to be so difficult. I pray for her family her son and her wife.

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