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Leo Podgorski Obituary

Podgorski, Leo beloved husband of Edie, beloved son of Joan and Raymond, father of Leo Jr., brother of Peggy, Peter, Stanley, Penelope and Paris, 1973 Golden Glove Champion. Friend to all. Memorial Service, Saturday, November 14, 5:30 to 7:30 at Theis Funeral Home, 3517 N. Pulaski Rd. Info 773-463-5800.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 14, 2009.

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Ray

June 19, 2024

My condolences to the family. Leo and I went to schurz h.s. trained together at portage Park in the 70s. I still remember Leo showing me a clip from one of the news papers of his win against Brian D. an alderman. he always pointed out my strengths in the ring. I called him my friend. Ray.

Penny

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Penny

April 27, 2024

You are always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. My protector and big brother, I miss you and love you infinitly.

PETE PODGORSKI

December 1, 2021

Your THE BEST CHAMP, R.I.P.

Stan Podgorski

December 12, 2020

I MISS YOU SO MUCH MY BROTHER! YOU WERE THE BEST WITH A HEART OF GOLD!

Penelope Podgorski

January 25, 2019

I miss you brother every day. You are forever in my heart. You are eternally my protector. Until we see each other in heaven, I will cherish all that you are and live all that you taught me. I love you big brother with all of my heart and soul. Always, Penny

Paris Podgorski

August 12, 2018

Missing You so much big brother...looking at old pictures of you & it boxing career...ur a legend & u know u will always be my hero! Thank you for ALWAYS being t here for me..and teaching me all I needed to know in the ring and in THE RING!! Give Peggy & Mom and Auntie G hugs n all of my love to all of you...ur little sister Paris and #1 fan!!!
Every day I'm hustling. Hustling...
It's not ur fault...Lofl
See ya soon enough..

February 17, 2010

LEO,
I feel you can hear us and read this from a better place.
We love you, and miss you.
Pete & Family

November 18, 2009

In our family, there seem to be too many gone too soon! Take care of eachother up there! Tell Grandma and all the others they are missed! You will be missed to. LOVE ALWAYS, Kimi

November 15, 2009

Uncle Leo,
We are so sad that you are gone, and that we can't see you anymore, and you will truly be missed. But we know that you're safe now and in good hands. We love you and you will be missed! Say "Hi" to Grandma and Aunt Peggy for me (and all of us)!
Love always,
Steph

November 14, 2009

Uncle Leo,
We are so sad that you are gone, and that we can't see you anymore, but we know that you're safe now and in good hands. We love you and you will be missed! Say "Hi" to Grandma and Aunt Peggy for me (and all of us)!
Love always,
Steph

November 14, 2009

Pete, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pete & Lori Mateja

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