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Charles Leininger Obituary
Charles "Chuck" Leininger, 63, De Pere, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 17, 2013 at his home. He was born October 20, 1949 in Green Bay, son of the late Charles and Elvira (Lasee) Leininger. Chuck graduated from East De Pere High School, and served his country in the United States Air Force from 1969 to 1971, where he was a Recon Photographer in Vietnam. He married Lynn Coenen on October 21, 1972. Chuck started his photography career with his parents, Charles and Vi, photographing weddings at the age of sixteen. After the passing of his father, Charles in 1973, Chuck took over the family studio. "Photography by Leiningers" moved to Bellevue where he and Dan Stoller operated the "Photo Art Center." He later moved the business to his home on Scrays Hill where "Leiningers of Ledgeview" is today.
When Chuck didn't have a camera in his hand, he enjoyed making memories with family and friends. He spent time camping in Silver Glenn Springs, Florida, fishing, squirrel hunting and building the home and studio on Scrays Hill. Chuck and family boated for many summers in Door County and Michigan where he created countless friendships with the boating family. He loved spending time with his grandkids.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Lynn; children: Brooklyn (Drew) LeBeau and Brittney (Tony) Stich; grandchildren: Mathias, Charlotte and Eleanor Stich; brothers: Michael (Susan) Leininger, Jon (Cynthia) Leininger, Terry (Susan) Leininger, Cheryl Lenzi; mother-in-law, Millie Coenen; and in-laws: Vicki and Bob Heuvelmans and Beckie and Jim Rottier.
Chuck was preceded in death by his mother, Elvira; father, Charles; step-father, Walter Free; step-father, Ed Pouwels; and father-in-law, Louis Coenen.
Family and friends may call Thursday, June 20, from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of Mass at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 4805 Sportsman Drive, Ledgeview, with Fr. Richard Getchel officiating. Cotter Funeral Home and Cremation Service, De Pere, is assisting the family. Online memorials at www.cotterfuneralhome.com.
The family respectfully requests flowers not be sent, but memorials may be made to support Spina Bifida Wisconsin, Ltd, 830 N. 109th Street, Suite 6, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226 in honor of his grandson.
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Lee Ann Anderson
June 24, 2013
Lynn, I'm so sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. I have so many good memories of our times together. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lee Ann Counard-Anderson
June 20, 2013
Lynn & girls, so sorry about Chuck's passing, what a great person,we have funny memories of Dale's parents 50th wedding portraits that Chuck did., and the girls coming over peaking in the window looking for Suzy the dog. your neighbors Sue & Dale Grohusky
June 20, 2013
In 1979 Chuck took portraits of our children that still grace our home. He was a great talent. We pray for you all in your loss. Dr. Bill and Sandy Schneider family
June 19, 2013
Lynn and Family, Brian and I express our deep condolences for your loss of the love of your life. 40+years holds so many beloved memories. Hugs to you. Hope to see you in Sturgeon Bay this summer. Love, Barb and Brian Coffou
John Harmann
June 19, 2013
The Harmann family will miss him. The great images he carried forward from his father will be missed by all. Our prayers go out to his family, and we wish quick healing by feeling comfort in the great memories he created for you and many families through his art of portraiture. Darlene Harmann and John Harmann
Katie Vande Voort
June 19, 2013
Lynn, Hugs to you and your family!
Laureen Cherkasky
June 19, 2013
Lynn and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to all of you at this difficult time. There are good ships and wood ships, ships that sail the sea, but the best ships are friendships, may they always be! He will be missed by many.
With deep sympathy,
Laureen & Miles Cherkasky
Andrea Lloyd
June 19, 2013
As a longtime portrait customer, I will be missing Chuck very much ...my kids still have a memory of him giving them a nickel to hold under their hand to keep them still during a photo session...it worked! And I will always remember him kicking off his shoes during a session (if he was relaxed WE were relaxed!) After almost 30 years I still get compliments on my wedding portait to which he received a Kodak award for. Talents so many...may God bless his family
June 19, 2013
Brook, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Kim Fatigati
Dan & Jean Van Rens
June 19, 2013
To Jon & the entire Leininger Family, We are very sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your brother Chuck. Sweet sailing Chuck!
Carrie & Gene Schenkelberg
June 19, 2013
We will all miss Chuck, Many great memories of just walking down the dock saying hello to all of your F-Dock friends! Our sympathies to Lynn and family. Carrie & Gene Schenkelberg
Cathy (Hietpas) Derricks
June 19, 2013
Dear Lynn, (and Family)
We are so sorry to read of Chuck's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you durig this sad and difficult time.
Being the great photo guy he was, hopefully the pictures he captured with everyone will ease the pain of loss. Take comfort in the thought no one can ever take those memmories from you.
I especially am keeping you all in my prayers today to help you cope with this sadness of saying your final good-bye's.
May God's peace and blessings follow you.
Sincerely
Cathy (Hietpas) Derricks
June 19, 2013
Lynn and family,
Know that our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this of losing Chuck. Chuck always had a warm smile and caring heart. He especially made magic happen when he had a camera in his hand and we still treasure his wonderful pictures of our daughters. Our deepest sympathy........Bruce and Kathy
Jim and Lynn Andersen
June 19, 2013
To the Leininger family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless.
Jim and Lynn Andersen
June 19, 2013
To the Leininger family, our thoughts and prayers are with you, God bless.
Jim and Lynn Andersen
June 18, 2013
To Lynn and Chuck's sister Cheryl, I am so very sorry for your loss. Chuck was a very kind man and I'm so glad I got to meet him. Sincerely, Nancy Barthel, JCPenney fine jewelry associate
Keith Westergaard
June 18, 2013
My condolences to the Leininger family...I worked indirectly with Charles while at Printmasters and he really made me feel welcome and was a talented man.
June 18, 2013
Lynn,
You are in our prayers and thoughts. Our sympathies and love are with you and the family.
Jim and Mary, Tom and Tanya Smejkal
Missy Francois
June 18, 2013
Praying for peace and healing for the Leininger family. May you find peace in your memories.
June 18, 2013
Lynn
"TNT" won't be the same without Chuck, We will miss him dearly. I will cherish the memories forever. I hope the "Philly Cheese Steak" is as good up there as it is at Sidekicks.
May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Denny
Ellen Greene
June 18, 2013
Lyn you and your family are on my mind, in my heart and in my prayers.
Jodi Carpiaux
June 18, 2013
Thinking of you and your family!! Thoughts and Prayers are with you.
LISA WILLIAMS
June 18, 2013
LYN,
I HAVE YOU AND THE GIRLS AND GRANDKID'S IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.......
Johnny & Michelle Johnson
June 18, 2013
Lynn keeping you and the girls in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
Steve Van Egeren
June 18, 2013
Our deepest condolences to Lynn and the entire family. We had the pleasure to get to know Chuck and Lynn at the Quarterdeck Marina and enjoyed sharing many laughs together. This is a very sad loss.
From Steve & Barb Van Egeren
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