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Leslie Piotrowski Obituary
It is with great sadness that our family shares the passing of our beloved sister and mother of two, Leslie Sue McConnaughy Piotrowski, age 57, October 3rd, 2010. Leslie was a dynamic, charming and fiercely patriotic person who, with honor, served her country for over twenty years in the US Navy. Leslie Is survived by her two sons Richard and Michael Piotrowski, whom she loved more than anyone can express; her six brothers and sisters, Linda Burkett (Joe), Peggy Amick (Larry), Michael McConnaughy (Meg), Mark McConnaughy (Cathy), Lisa McConnaughy-Vargas (Gil) and Laura Sorrell (Jim). We will miss her smile, laughter and spirit dearly. Please join us in honoring her memory; Friday, October, 15th 9:30am at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix AZ. In lieu of flowers, we encourage donations be made to the Fisher House Foundation http://www.fisherhouse.org or the National Military Family Association http://www.militaryfamily.org/
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Memories and Condolences
for Leslie Piotrowski
M. Bratton
December 13, 2023
Recently, I (and a good patch of the McConnaughy clan) attended the celebration of your youngest's marriage. I saw your eldest's burgeoning artistry taking form. "Uncle Lester" you'd be so proud of both of them. They are so very different but I see you in both of them. I can't believe you've been gone for 13 years. It seems like yesterday we were laughing together. I miss you.
Penny Tardona
October 4, 2019
I miss that smile and the sound of her laughter. You are sorely missed my sweet Navy Sister. ❤
Marcy Heard
March 6, 2018
You would be 65 this week my friend. Miss you every day. You worked for my freedom and can't tell you enough how much I appreciate mine. I hear you laughter in my mind and remember the days we spent over so many years. Be at peace. You are so loved.
David Kaetzel
January 9, 2011
To Les' Family and Friends. Having had the opportunity to read all the wonderfully reflective comments and memories of Les, it seems that someone who was so much a part of so many is never really gone. May God Bless you all and give your hearts peace, comfort, and rapid healing from this loss.
Paul McFadden
November 2, 2010
To the friends, family and loved ones of Leslie, I had the distinct pleasure
of serving with Senior Chief Piotrowski in Adak, AK as a young First Class
Petty Officer. Had it not been for her guidance, leadership and council, I
would not be where I am today. Rest easy Shipmate, the Navy and the world
are a better and safer place because of you and those you trained. I pray
your family and friends find joy and comfort in a lifetime of memories you
created.
Linda Fobes
October 21, 2010
Fair Winds and God Speed my Friend. Our country and our Navy have been truly blessed with your service. Rest in peace Leslie; you stand relieved. My thoughts and prayers are with each family member. Richard and Michael: you truly have a Guardian Angel watching over you.
Jeff Kleindienst
October 20, 2010
Leslie was truly a great person. Happy, upbeat, cheerful, and contagious. She will be greatly missed by all. Fair winds, and following seas. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. God Bless
Marianne Bratton-Davies
October 18, 2010
Dear "Uncle Lester" I miss you so much it hurts. I was holding my sides laughing remembering sitting on the floor of the kitchen on Jacaranda Street while you, mom, and I watched a 3 year old Michelle clomp around the kitchen in your wood sole sandals and when she lifted her dress & tucked it under her chin to look at your shoes clip clop on the floor she had on no undies. I thought we would all die laughing. I'll always remember you laughing that day. All my love, Marianne
Scotty Penland
October 17, 2010
Fair winds shipmate!
Chuck Wilson
October 17, 2010
I had the honor and privilege of serving with Leslie at Corry Station in the late 1980s. She was one of the most positive and upbeat people I have ever met. My heartfelt condolences to her family. She will truly be missed.
Gregg Kinder, CMDCM, Ret.
October 17, 2010
It was a honor to serve with Leslie, she always was a positive, cheerful leader and person. She knew how to get your attention and make you smile and look at everything in a brighter way. God Bless her children and family.
Michael Schaefer
October 16, 2010
Leslie was a true inspiration to us all. With her bright smile and gentle laugher she always knew how to brighten up the darkest of days. Not only was she a Chief's Chief and true Shipmate, Mother and Sister but she was my Friend and I will miss her dearly.
God's speed on your journey Leslie and may you always have smooth sailing as set sail with Jesus by your side.
CTTCS (SW) Jim Walters, USN - Ret.
October 16, 2010
I had the honor to serve with her. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Curtis McCandlish
October 15, 2010
Had the honor to know Leslie for more than 20 years. A fine shipmate and better human being. We've lost an inspiration to all who knew her. She will be missed dearly. My condolences to her family.
Douglas Jones
October 15, 2010
Leslie Sue you have departed way too soon. 1988 - Corry Station what a crew, Bill Evans, Fred Whitsell, Steve Tate, Bill Simpson, Ray Brackman and a long list of others. You were and still are an inspiration for all you led and mentored. Jennifer and I are deeply saddened and extend our heartfelt sympathy to your family.
Robin Kline
October 14, 2010
My sympathies to you and your family. Leslie was a great lady and inspirational leader.
Robin Kline
October 14, 2010
My prayers are with your family. Leslie was a great lady and very inspirational leader. It was my good fortune to have known her.
Tina Summers
October 14, 2010
I have known Leslie since she taught the class next to us in A School. She and I worked together in Adak and was one of the people I have always looked up to. The last time I "talked" to her was on TWS...we both lost a very good friend from a long time ago and she was telling me to "keep my chin up and it will all get better." I now pass on this advice to all of those who were lucky enough to know her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. You will be extremely missed Leslie.
Richard Andres
October 14, 2010
What a wonderful caring CHIEF and person. You are relieved shipmate....we have the watch.
I worked with Leslie at CNSG HQ on Nebraska Ave in DC. She was always in my corner and had my back. She will be missed and always remembered. Fair winds and following seas.....
With great sadness,
Robert Willhelm
October 14, 2010
Mentor, instructor and friend. These words represent how I knee Senior Chief P, but fall short of adequately describing her. For the "A" branch class of '90; thank you. You will be missed.
robert willhelm
October 14, 2010
Senior Chief P was my instructor in "A" school and a mentor at my second duty station at CNSG. She tolerated and even encouraged my behavior as a young sailor and I thank her for that. Farewell you will be missed. Robert "Chainsaw" Willhelm
Darren Seibert
October 14, 2010
Leslie was not only my CTA "A" School Instructor and Shipmate at two tours at CNSG (NEB AVE) and DCS she was also my friend. Leslie was sought out for advice and wisdom(as by testimony on this guestbook) by all ranks from E-1s to O-8s. Being "Piotrowski Trained" made the difference in my career and I have Leslie to thank for that. Her family are in the prayers of my family as they cope with this grievous time of life. She was such a joy an inspiration to all. She will be sorely missed by both her immediate family and Navy family...all over the world. May God Bless your family and friends.
Matthew March
October 14, 2010
I worked with Leslie when I was stationed at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, FL a few years ago. We immediately took to each other because I was an active duty Chief and she she was a retired Senior Chief (although as we say, once a Chief, ALWAYS a Chief!) She was a terrific person and she will be missed.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate - You stand relieved, We have the Watch.
Matthew
Bill Evans
October 14, 2010
I too had the pleasure to alongside Leslie as an Instructor at NTTC Corry. Her professionalism and dedication to the Staff and Students was beyond reproach. The care and nurturing she provided to A-Schoolers clearly allowed many to have very successful careers in the Navy. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and our shipmates.
Darren Seibert
October 13, 2010
Leslie was so much more to me than just my CTA "A" School Instructor, and Shipmate @ Neb Ave and DCS...she was my goto friend. Everyone could always count on her, regardless of rank, to be there and guide with wisdom like none other. She personified lead by example! Our family prayers, like so many others are with your family during this grievous time of life. It was an honor and privilege to have known her for the last 22 years. May God bless her blood family and the Navy family she leaves behind.
Richard Hinkle
October 13, 2010
I served with Leslie in DC, she will be missed dearly. The world has lost a special person that made each who were lucky enough to know her better. Leslie may you rest in peace my friend.
“Yigaquv osaniyu adanvto adadoligi naqvv utlogasdi nihi.”
(May The Great Spirit's Blessings always be with you.)
Rob McRae
October 13, 2010
What a loss! Leslie, I never got a chance to thank you for helping a young CTA3 advance back at CNSG. You will be missed!
Dwayne Hersh
October 13, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Leslie at NTTC Pensacola she was a great friend and will be missed.
Mary Coleman
October 13, 2010
Rest in Peace, my dear Lesl. You were a very big part of my life and I will miss you very much. Rainbows will be brighter for me now because of you. My prayers are with your family and I thank them for sharing you with us.
Sonsearae Stanley
October 13, 2010
I'm so shocked and saddened to hear of this loss of such wonderful and kind person. Senior Chief (as I knew her) was an outstanding Chief who left an impression on every sailor in her charge. I feel so proud to have served with her.
Connie Torres(Shiplet)
October 13, 2010
Words cannot express my sincere sympathy to her family. Fair Winds Shipmate
Stuart Dahl
October 13, 2010
Rest your oars, Shipmate, you stand relieved. It is now for us to carry on.
I did not specifically know Leslie, but I know a lot of Sailors who proudly served there country, and what it meant in terms of sacrifice and honor.
You will be missed, but know that you did make a difference, to your Shipmates, charges, and your country.
Fair winds and following seas.
Mary Marich
October 13, 2010
Leslie, you were a great inspiration to so many of us... I'm proud to have had the distinct privilege of serving with you. My prayers are with your family during this time of loss.
GLENN BRATTON
October 13, 2010
LESLIE SUE, WE SHARED MARCH 7. I WILL MISS YOU. GO IN PEACE AND REST NOW FOR YOU HAVE EARNED IT OLD FRIEND. LOVE: GLENN BRATTON
Paul Wilkes
October 12, 2010
God must have been looking for an angel, As the saying goes; if you touch one persons life then your life is worth living. Leslie you touched many people in the most positive way. You will be missed.
Adele (McGinnis) Peeters
October 12, 2010
I will never forget our time spent together (in G10 on Nebreska Ave) Leslie was a great coach and inspiration for me to be the best sailor possible. I am truly grateful for the honor and privilege of serving with such a wonderful woman...shipmate
May God Be with her family in this time of sorrow.
Mike Allred
October 12, 2010
Leslie - You will be greatly missed by your CNSG Nebraska Ave. shipmates. I now know that when the rest of us get to heaven, all the paperwork will be in order and clearances will be on file. You made my time at HQ much better. You sure knew how to smile and light up a room. God's blessing to all who knew and loved you.
Mike Lambert
October 12, 2010
I will not forget you or our tour together on Nebraska Avenue. God needed a great "A" brancher. Now He has one.
Ray Brackman
October 12, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Leslie at NTTC Pcola. I also had the priviledge of reenlisting her at Ft Meade.... My sincere sympathy to her family. We have lost a very special person...
Jackie & Kerry Moore
October 12, 2010
We will never forget you Leslie or the experiences we shared (Pensacola Florida, 1988). Fair winds.
Joe Burns
October 12, 2010
Bernadette and I would like to offer our sincerest sympathies. Dickie Best and Penny Tardonna have it right - Leslie was simply special. God bless her and her family.
Dean & Sheila Smith
October 12, 2010
Leslie, great shipmate and friend. Fair winds.
Gale Seaton
October 12, 2010
Leslie,
Fair winds. Although I did not know you, we too share a sisterhood bond.
Dan & Barbara Materna
October 12, 2010
Leslie was truly a friend for over thirty years. We will miss you, Shipmate.
Chuck Orr
October 12, 2010
We didn't know each other Leslie, but we share a bond through our Navy experience/s. Rest in Peace, Shipmate.
Dickie Best
October 12, 2010
Leslie was a close and dear friend as well as an outstanding shipmate, proud, loyal and patriotic. She left a lasting impression on all that she came in contact with. You will be missed old friend. Fair Winds
Dickie Best CNSG FMC7
Penny & Lou Tardona
October 12, 2010
Leslie, there is a hole in my heart. You were my Navy sister and Shipmate but most of all, you were my dear friend. I will miss you so very much, your smile and the way your eyes would sparkle when you spoke of RIchard and Michael. I am a better person for having known you. Save me a seat......
Tim Smith
October 12, 2010
I offer my deepest condolences to to your family. Fair winds and following seas Shipmate. You will be missed.
Jim Harmon
October 11, 2010
Leslie was a true friend, confidant, and patriot. She was and continues to be held in the highest esteem among peers, colleagues, and all who knew her. Her passing makes me sad, but her memory makes me smile! God be with you, Leslie!
Linda
October 11, 2010
Sister..you are loved and missed. Your light will still shine in my heart forever.
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