Leon "Lee" Malinowski, 91, Aurora, IL, died March 18, 2016 of natural causes at his home. He was the youngest of 13 siblings (8 daughters/5 sons) born to Thomasz & Weronica Malinowski, February 13, 1925 in Lancaster, NY. Married to Eleanor Birosak for over 65 years they moved from Buffalo, NY to Chicago where they raised their 2 children. Always hard working, Lee worked from an early age in various manufacturing jobs and retired from General Electric (Hotpoint) as Supervisor of Appliance Model Makers after 32 years. Handy with building projects and repairs he continued working part time with West Aurora Ace Hardware until 2013 where he enjoyed serving customers solve many home repair problems. He was a World War II veteran serving with the U.S. Coast Guard in numerous campaigns. Like many individuals from that era he enlisted before completing high school. Always good with math he earned his G.E.D. in the mid 1960's. His interests were wide-ranging and included fishing, vegetable gardening, mushroom hunting and lapidary arts among others. He enjoyed small building projects and never saw a sharp corner he couldn't smooth out. He is survived by his son, David (Cynde) Winter Springs, FL; daughter Rebecca (Terry) Mueller, Aurora, IL; 4 grandchildren, Richard (Merrinda) Janas Phoenix, AZ, Elizabeth (Trent) Ayers North Aurora, IL, Brooke (Brendan) Bess DeBary, FL and Graham (Alissa) Malinowski Kona, HI; 10 great-grandchildren, Jake & Emma Janas, Luke, Ivy, Leah and Maggie Ayers, Addison and Camille Bess and Levi Audra Malinowski; older brother, Thaddeus of Chapin, SC as well as numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces & great nephews. Along with his parents, Lee is preceded in death by his wife Eleanor, whom he missed deeply, October 9, 2011 and 8 sisters and 3 brothers. The Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Blessed Sacrament Church, 801 Oak Street, North Aurora, IL 60542. n lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Blessed Sacrament Church, North Aurora, IL. Funeral arrangements made by Healy Chapel, Aurora, IL. For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or www.healychapel.com to sign the online guestbook.

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Published by Beacon News from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Leon Malinowski

12 Entries

SHEILA BERGMANN

March 13, 2025

It's been another year, and now my mom Betty Belaski had also passed. She was almost 95. I miss you all so much! The world is a different place now and definitely not for the better. I find joy in my grandkids and all my sweet memories of you all! Miss you at mass still! Love, Sheila and Cody Bergmann

Sheila Bergmann

March 13, 2023

Just wanted to say a prayer in remembrance of Leon. He will always be remembered as a kind hearted, sweet man. We loved talking and kidding around with him every Sunday at Mass at Blessed Sacrament. RIP my lovely friend.

Betty Belaski, Sheila Bergmann and family.

Sheila Bergmann, Cody and Betty Belaski

March 13, 2022

We hope you and my dad(John Belaski) and all your loved ones who have passed are having a glorious time in Heaven, fishing and whatever you most loved to do! God bless you today and always!

Sheila Bergmann

March 13, 2021

We miss you Leon at Blessed Sacrament and Ace Hardware. You and my father, John Belaski were always joking and telling stories. You are both missed. The world was a better place with you both in it!

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Sheila and Betty Bergmann/Belaski

March 13, 2019

Its been 3 years already? We will never forget Leon! God bless and keep him!

Mike Smogor

October 15, 2016

I remember Mr Malinowski from back in the '60s when I was friends with his son Dave at St Symphorosa grammar school. He took us fishing several times, especially at the Lemont quarries. He was a pretty cool guy and could fix anything! I was surprised to see he lived to a ripe old age. Condolences to Dave and Becky.

Betty Belaski and Sheila Bergmann

March 26, 2016

My sincere and deepest sympathy. My father, who passed soon after your mom passed attended Blessed Sacrament Church with your dad. My dad was of the Polish descent as well and they were always joking around with each other. We saw him every Sunday at Blessed Sacarament Church where he served as an usher and he always had a big and caring smile for my mother and I. We loved your dad and he will be sorely missed!! God Bless the family in your time of mourning.

Kathy LeDez

March 23, 2016

I knew Lee as one of my regular customers at CVS pharmacy. I first met him in the 80's at Ace Hardware.
Lee was a unique man that had a abundance of qualities. He was such a caring man. He always asked me about my loved ones and showed concern when they were going through tough times. He had tips and knowledge about many things that he shared with me.
He was a true joy to have known. I will miss his smiling face and his sweet personality. You touched me deeply Lee.
Rest in peace my friend.
Kathleen and the entire staff at CVS.

John & Teresa Rugani

March 22, 2016

We have always had fond memories of Uncle Lee and the family, and will keep him in our prayers.

Linda & Bill Pfeiffer

March 21, 2016

How wonderful your dad was able to spend his last hours at home, surrounded by love. He will be missed but he is at peace and you have a lifetime of memories to cherish. Our thoughts and prayers to all who loved him.

Tom & Dorothy Legocki

March 21, 2016

We will always cherish our fond memories of Uncle Lee. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

Terry & Michelle Abell

March 21, 2016

Becky & Terry,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
We wish you peace at this difficult time.
Your loving neighbors,

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