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Leonard Zechmann US Army
Obituary for Leonard J. Zechmann US Army
NORFOLK -- Funeral service for Leonard J. Zechmann, 71, of Norfolk will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk with Pastor Tim DeFor officiating. Interment will be held at the Prospect Hill Cemetery in Norfolk. Visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 p.m., Monday, at the Stonacek Funeral Chapel. Masks are required for the visitation and funeral service. Military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #16, V.F.W. Post #1644, American Legion Riders, and the United States Army Honors Guard. Leonard passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021 at his residence in Norfolk. Stonacek Funeral Chapel in Norfolk is in charge of the arrangements.
Leonard Zechmann was born in Norfolk on March 26, 1949, the son of John and Christina (Venteicher) Zechmann of rural Pierce. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pierce. He attended school in Pierce and helped with the family farm. Leonard served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from February 25, 1969 to September 29, 1970. This service resulted in him being recently 100% medically disabled from Agent Orange exposure.
After the service Leonard worked as a farm hand. He also worked for Dietz Well and Pump and was a Pepsi Route Salesman for several years.
Leonard married Fern Kuchta on December 29, 1973. They were blessed with three children. Leonard was a lifetime member of the Norfolk VFW Post and was active in the Jaycee organization.
Leonard loved fishing and spent many weekends with family at the cabin on the Missouri River. He enjoyed building derby cars with friends. Leonard also spent much time as an adult leader for the Boy Scouts. He retired to Andys Lake and was able to spend much time fishing. He especially enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his children and grandchildren and their friends on the lake. He also loved watching his grandchildren’s athletic endeavors.
Leonard was baptized as an adult in 2018 at First Christian Church and attending church there was very meaningful for him.
Leonard is survived by his wife, Fern; his children, Jim (Stephanie) Zechmann of Westminster, CO, Kristy (Joe) Rosberg of Norfolk, and
Tony (Judy) Zechmann of Creighton; his grandchildren, Cody (Katrina) Loughrey of Wisner, Ryann, Grace and Ben Zechmann of Westminster, Co, Zachary and Samuel Cordner and Rueben and Daniel Rosberg of Norfolk; his great-grandchildren Keigan,, Keelynn , Kynnleigh and Karter.. Brother Richard (Betty) Zechmann of Norfolk, Sisters MaryAnn Casey of Omaha and Helen (John) Papstein of Columbus and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter, Blake Zechmann and a brother-in-law Lawrence Casey.
Casket bearers Bryon Zechmann, Duane Zechmann, Neal Eisenbraun, Evan Pinkston, Kyle Liewer, and Brooks Reiman.
Condolences may be expressed to the family on-line at www.stonacekfuneralchapel.com. RIP Soldier |
Date(s): Jan 12, 2021. Album by jerry cole. Photos by Jay. 1 - 20 of 248 Total. 464 Visits. |
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