Leo J. Wesneski Jr.

Leo Wesneski Obituary

Leo J. Wesneski Jr.
of Binghamton
A funeral service for Leo J. Wesneski Jr. will be held Monday, September 22, 2008, at 9:00 a.m. at Laskowski Funeral Home, and at 9:30 a.m. at the Church of the Holy Trinity, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Burial will be in St. Stanislaus Kostka Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leo's name to the Church of the Holy Trinity Building Fund or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements and Supervision by:

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Sep. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Leo Wesneski

7 Entries

David, Vicki & Kaitlyn Wesneski

September 26, 2008

Eulogy delivered at the Mass of Christian Burial celebrated for Leo J. Wesneski Jr by his son, David E. Wesneski on 22SEP2008:

“Good morning.

Leo J. Wesneski Jr., 79, of Binghamton, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Bridgewater Nursing Home with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, Leo Sr. and Helen Wesneski; a son, Leo Wesneski III; his wife , Joy (Loftus) Wesneski; brother-in-law, Mr. Paul Ravas. Leo was a member of St. Stanislaus Kosta Church, now the church of the Holy Trinity. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean Conflict era. He was an employee of the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 1645, Binghamton, NY. He above all was devoted to and loved his family.

He is home now. He is free.

On behalf of the family I would like to thank everyone for joining us here today in celebration of a remarkable life and a remarkable man. My father’s life began not far from where we sit. In fact his parents lived on Carver Street.

Now, here is some Leo Wesneski trivia…………we went fishing to spots -- and where no one else was at; he would throw his line out and it would go about a foot long or so, and then he would have to untangle the line and then he would throw out a good line. There are no fish stories to tell because to my knowledge -- no one caught any fish!

For some time I thought of how to say goodbye to a man who taught me everything I have ever needed to know, who was always there when I faltered, who always had the advice I sought, and who always provided the safe port in a storm.

My father’s life was not without obstacles. But he worked through them because he consistently did what was right, what was good.

Like most of us here, my Dad won’t be listed in history books.

But.......how do you measure greatness?

Is it by devotion to duty? My father never failed to fulfill an obligation that I can remember. He dedicated his life to assuring his family had more opportunity than he ever did.

He succeeded.

Is it by courage? He served in the U.S. Army honorably and I thank him for his service. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all U.S. military veterans for their service to the Nation.

Is it by success? Through his hard work ethic, which was a day and a half day’s work in a day, he raised himself from near poverty to a successful 32 year government service career.

Is it by legacy? He leaves behind a bedrock of instilled values of of being a devoted parent and a legion of family and friends.

Your presence here today is a tribute to my father; he would be truly humbled; from the wise counsel of (Rev.) Father George; to the professional funeral services provided by Laskowski Funeral Home to the (Binghamton NY Post 1645) American Legion (Commander) representatives who provided a singular tribute to a U.S. veteran. Your thoughts, prayers and expressions of support are greatly appreciated by our family. They have been and will be continue to be a source of great comfort and peace.

Before I get too serious, I would like to bring attention to my Dad’s unique fashion sense. He may be wearing his best suit but he would also be wearing with it -- his white socks. (show my white socks in my best suit)

This is the world as my father saw it.

This is my Dad.

Today as we say farewell to a devoted son, friend, coach, teacher, mentor, father and patriarch. At the end of the day, there was nothing my father took greater pride than in his family. He loved and cherished his family deeply, and considered his children his greatest gift to the world.

Our cares are no longer his. We meet him now only in memory. But we will join him soon enough. All of us. When we are home. When we are free.”

David E. Wesneski, 1SG, USA, Retired

David Wesneski

September 25, 2008

Eulogy delivered at the funeral service of Leo J. Wesneski Jr by his son, David E. Wesneski on 22SEP2008:

“Leo J. Wesneski Jr., 79, of Binghamton, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2008, at Bridgewater Nursing Home with his loving family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, Leo Sr. and Helen Wesneski; a son, Leo Wesneski III; his wife , Joy (Loftus) Wesneski; brother-in-law, Mr. Paul Ravas. Leo was a member of St. Stanislaus Kosta Church, now the church of the Holy Trinity. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean Conflict era. He was an employee of the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 1645, Binghamton, NY. He above all was devoted to and loved his family.

He is home now. He is free.

On behalf of the family I would like to thank everyone for joining us here today in celebration of a remarkable life and a remarkable man. My father’s life began not far from where we sit. In fact his parents lived on Carver Street.

Now, here is some Leo Wesneski trivia…………we went fishing to spots -- and where no one else was at; he would throw his line out and it would go about a foot long or so, and then he would have to untangle the line and then he would throw out a good line. There are no fish stories to tell because to my knowledge -- no one caught any fish!

For some time I thought of how to say goodbye to a man who taught me everything I have ever needed to know, who was always there when I faltered, who always had the advice I sought, and who always provided the safe port in a storm.

My father’s life was not without obstacles. But he worked through them because he consistently did what was right, what was good.

Like most of us here, my Dad won’t be listed in history books.

But.......how do you measure greatness?

Is it by devotion to duty? My father never failed to fulfill an obligation that I can remember. He dedicated his life to assuring his family had more opportunity than he ever did.

He succeeded.

Is it by courage? He served in the U.S. Army honorably and I thank him for his service. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all U.S. military veterans present for their service to the Nation.

Is it by success? Through his hard work ethic, which was a day and a half day’s work in a day, he raised himself from near poverty to a successful 32 year government service career.

Is it by legacy? He leaves behind a bedrock of instilled values of of being a devoted parent and a legion of family and friends.

Your presence here today is a tribute to my father; he would be truly humbled; from the wise counsel of (Rev.) Father George; to the professional funeral services provided by Laskowski Funeral Home to the American Legion representatives who provided a singular tribute to a U.S. veteran. Your thoughts, prayers and expressions of support are greatly appreciated by our family. They have been and will be continue to be a source of great comfort and peace.

Before I get too serious, I would like to bring attention to My Dad’s unique fashion sense. He may be wearing his best suit but he would also be wearing with it his white socks. (show my white socks in my best suit)

This is the world as my father saw it.

This is my Dad.

Today as we say farewell to a devoted son, friend, coach, teacher, mentor, father and patriarch. At the end of the day, there was nothing my father took greater pride than in his family. He loved and cherished his family deeply, and considered his children his greatest gift to the world.

Our cares are no longer his. We meet him now only in memory. But we will join him soon enough. All of us. When we are home. When we are free.”

David E. Wesneski, 1SG, USA, Retired

Currently an Intelligence Operations Specialist with DHS/United States Coast Guard, District Eight, New Orleans, LA

Johanna Wesneski

September 25, 2008

Dear David
I am so grateful for your very moving eulogy at Dad's funeral Mass. You are a man of few words but your wonderful moving and sometimes humorous stories and memories brought many people in attendance to tears and laughter. I was so proud of you.
And as with weddings too, it was wonderful to bring Vicky and Kaitlyn with you to Binghamton to meet most of the Ravas and Loftus family members. Kaitlyn now calls Aunt Sis "grandma".
One visitor remarked at the funeral home during visitation "It's wonderful to hear laughter at the funeral home. Leo would have liked that".

Eric Nelson

September 25, 2008

To my loving wife and daughter of Leo. I am so proud to have known your father. He was one of the most tender and warm spirits that I have ever known. He loved you so deeply and he will be missed.
To my brother-in-law David. Your words at the service were evidence of a great bond that you and your father shared. I was deeply touched by the thought that you put into selecting the heart flet stories and memories that you put into your eulogy.
I am honored to be a part of your family.
Eric

Fran Kennedy

September 22, 2008

Dear Johanna,

I was so sorry to hear of your dad's death. I didn't see it until Monday night and so wasn't able to come to the funeral. Please accept Bob's and my thoughts and prayers. Love, Fran and Bob

Pat (Hudy) and Bart Smith

September 21, 2008

Dear Johanna and David,

We were so saddened to learn about your dad. When we were in Binghamton in August, we stopped by to see him and he looked really good. He always had a big smile and a big heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you and your families during this difficult time.

David, Vicki & Kaitlyn Wesneski

September 21, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

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