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Leonard Stepnowski Obituary
Leonard Peter Stepnowski, 88, of Union City, PA went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Corry Manor. Born on August 22, 1927 in Erie, Pa., he was the son of the late Peter and Stella (Pressor) Stepnowski.
Leonard was a PFC (Private First Class) in the United States Army Air Force, joining on October 1945. He belonged to the 1389th AAF Base Unit Bermuda Base Command and worked as an Air Transport Mechanic. Leonard was honorably discharged in January 1947.
Leonard worked at Hammermill Paper Company, Gebhart Fuel Company, Arial Supply, Marty's Garage and finally Step's Auto Body, where he worked with his brother Walter for over 30 years. His hobbies were hunting, fishing, mowing his lawn, and looking out his back window for deer and other wildlife.
He married Erma Jean (Shontz) Stepnowski on November 28, 1953 and was blessed with a marriage that lasted over 50 years. Erma Jean passed away on Jan. 14, 2004.
In addition to his parents and his wife, Leonard is also preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law Walter and Ruby Stepnowski, his son Steven Stepnowski, and two infant granddaughters, Brenda and Regina.
He is survived by his sons Rick (Kathy) Stepnowski, Jerry (Paula) Stepnowski, John Stepnowski, his daughter Lynne (Rick) Jackson, and daughter-in-law, Jean Stepnowski; 17 grandchildren: Stacy, Kim, Rick, Tony, Stephanie, Jana, Sarah, Maggie, Ben, Joe, Maria, Robert, Todd, Tim, Troy, Tori and Tara; and 8 great-grandchildren: Nathan, Katherine, Elizabeth, Julia, Carter, Tyler, Ivy and Hannah.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday June 29, 2016 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Robert M. Glenn Funeral Home, Inc., 62 South Main Street, Union City, PA 16438. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday June 30, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Teresa's Church, 9 Third Avenue, Union City, PA 16438. Father Thomas Suppa will officiate. Prayers will be recited at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday June 30th. Interment will be at St. Teresa's Cemetery. Full military honors will be observed. Memorials are requested to St. Teresa Catholic Church Restoration Fund, 9 Third Avenue, Union City, PA 16438.
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for Leonard Stepnowski
george and starr
June 29, 2016
Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Ammie and Jimmy
June 29, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Terri Rieger
June 29, 2016
Jerry, Paula & Steph May God hold you in his hands as you move forward in life's plan. You have our blessings. John & Terri Rieger
Liz Geary
June 29, 2016
Sorry for your loss. I will always remember his bright smile and the love and life shared between Leonard and Walter. They were the best brothers and friends.
Kalinowski Family
June 29, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 28, 2016
Stepnowski Children,
Leonard was one of the few "original Kimball Hill people left". He shall be missed.
May you all find comfort in your faith and in knowing that your Dad now walks with God's angels.
With our deepest sympathy and prayers,
The Family of Mary and Stanley Klus
June 28, 2016
Jerry, Paula, Steph,
Deepest sympathies, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Patty and Jim Omniewski
Chris Eberle
June 28, 2016
Love you much and will miss you always Uncle Leonard.
Ken R Calfo Sr
June 28, 2016
I will miss taking Communion to your Father, I also enjoyed just talking to him.
Jana
June 28, 2016
Love you Papa
Jana
June 28, 2016
R.I.P. Papa! I will miss you.. Please give Meme and my Dad a hug and kiss from me.. Until we meet again... Love you Papa! Love Jana Marie
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