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Leon Heinze Obituary
03/06/1923 - 01/05/2025
Leon Edward Heinze, Jr., 101, of Houston, Texas, died January 5, 2025, surrounded by his wife and two daughters. Leon, a third-generation Houstonian, was born March 6, 1923, to parents Leon Edward Heinze, Sr., and Leona Marie Maurer. Leon attended Edgar Allen Poe Elementary School and Lamar High School. He graduated from Rice University in 1944 with a degree in chemical engineering and served in the U.S. Navy in World War II on the USS Pickaway. He is survived by wife Evelyn Bubendorf Heinze, daughter Noelle Hilary Heinze of Houston, daughter Nancy Heinze Kohn and husband Peter, of Bainbridge Island, Washington, granddaughter Delilah Grace Kohn, grandson James Christopher Kohn, and many cousins and in-laws, along with beloved dog Milo. Leon enjoyed many pastimes, including spending time in nature, golfing and fishing, weekly phone calls with friends and family, reading, and keeping up with his grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hermann Park Conservancy.
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Amalie Matthews
January 18, 2025
I am so lucky to have known him. He was witty, smart and kind. Sending a hug to you all Amalie Matthews
John Paniszczyn
January 11, 2025
Uncle Pickle was always a treasure to visit and talk with. What a great sense of humor and a storehouse of knowledge. We will miss his frequent phone calls and I will have to find somewhere else for golf insights and tips. I also don't know who will listen to my fishing stories. Rest in peace my friend! Our prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
David Heinze
January 10, 2025
I always looked forward to our weekly phone conversations. We would talk about all current events and throw puns at each other. After we talked it was Leon´s favorite way to say good by, he would always say "Alright goodbye" then just hang up without getting a response from me. Leon you will always be with me. I want to let Evelyn, Noelle and Nancy that we are sorry for your loss he will be truly missed.
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