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Leonard Grabinski Obituary
Leonard Alex Grabinski, 85, of Erie, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, at UPMC Hamot. He was born October 7, 1929, in Erie, son of the late Stanley and Gladys (Zbikowska) Grabinski.
He was Past Commander American Legion Post 771. He retired from the U.S. Army where he served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. He graduated from East High School. He is survived by three children, Paul and John Grabinski, and Donna Larson; five grandchildren, Devon, Chivon, Lou, Joe, and Kathy; and six great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley R. Grabinski in 2013; a son, Michael Grabinski; and several brothers and sisters.
Relatives and friends may call at the Edward J. Garr Funeral Home, Inc., 459 East 12th Street, Erie, PA 16503, on Monday, from 6 to 8 p.m.
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Jeff & Lisa Larson
May 10, 2015
Donna & Matt:
We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl Griffith (Sulecki)
May 5, 2015
My deepest sympathies at the passing of your dad. He was a good neighbor to mom for years.
May 4, 2015
May Uncle Leonard be at peace and without any pain.
May he be in heaven joking with my father, his brother, Raymond Valentine Grabinski, Sr.
Sincere condolences.
Evelyn Grabinski
May 3, 2015
The Raymond V. Grabinski, Sr. family send our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this most difficult time.
Barb & Bill Keith
May 3, 2015
Donna and family our deepest sympathies to you and your family
Darlene strong
May 3, 2015
Sorry to hear of his passing. Thoughts are with entire family
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