Search by Name

Search by Name

Leonard M. Kowynia

1944 - 2020

BORN

1944

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Wolniak Funeral Home - Chicago

5700 South Pulaski Road

Chicago, Illinois

Leonard Kowynia Obituary

Kowynia, Leonard M. Age 75. Loving son of the late Mitchell J. Kowyniaand the late Stella B. Kowynia nee Rusiecki (Late Harry) Kmak. Dear brother of Ted (Jill) Kowynia and Michele (Mark) Sandrik. Fond uncle of Edward Kowynia, Lisa Kowynia, Michael (Beth) Kowynia, John (Rachel) Sandrik, Rachel (Michael) Donoghue and Matthew (Fiancee Lisa Bradley) Sandrik. Great-uncle of many. Private Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Arrangements by WOLNIAK FUNERAL HOME, 773-767-4500orwww.wolniakfuneralhome.com



To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 18, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Leonard Kowynia

Sponsored by Chicago Sun-Times.

Not sure what to say?





douglas dexheimer

April 30, 2020

he was such a great friend of mine and everyone at friedman, helping out at sing alongs, church services and other social events. I once thought alan sherman sounded like leonard. he was born on but. just. thomas's second birthday. he will be greatly missed, such a fun singer! O you great big beautiful doll! you left on the jet plane to heaven. lowered your voice in king ofthe road and lean on me. RIP leonard!

Beth Elman

April 29, 2020

I had the pleasure of knowing Leonard during his years living at Friedman Place. I am the Director of Activities and was so blessed to be able to spend time with him during our many activities that he attended. Leonard always made me smile, he was such a special soul. He was so grateful for life and made everyone around him feel blessed as well. May he Rest In Peace.

April 28, 2020

My condolences to Leonards family. He was loved and will be missed by many.

Kathy

April 20, 2020

Leonard was a much loved resident at Friedman Place for many years where we met. He was always in a good mood and had a way to make anyone feel good about themselves in a humble and kind way. What a loss. My deepest condolences to his family.

Jim Beranek

April 19, 2020

May our Lord comfort the Kowynia family during this time of grief. Memories are forever. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Michael Kowynia

April 15, 2020

We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Leonard but we know he is in a better place. I always remember the stories he would tell of the places he visited on his field trips, a sport stat about a baseball player or just reminiscing about his favorite meal he had on such and such date.
Leonard was always in a good mood and always made me laugh. Some of his sound effects he could imitate were cool too; my favorite was his sound of a flushing toilet.
I will miss Uncle Leonard and will continue to pray for him. Our thoughts and prayers also go to my dad, his brother Ted, and his sister Michele and their families as well.
I miss you Uncle Leonard...And How...

Edward Kowynia

April 14, 2020

Many great memories and lots of stories. Rest in peace Uncle.

Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results

Make a Donation
in Leonard Kowynia's name

Memorial Events
for Leonard Kowynia

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Wolniak Funeral Home - Chicago

5700 South Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60629

How to support Leonard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Leonard Kowynia's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more