Leo M Koszewski

Leo M Koszewski obituary, North East, PA

Leo M Koszewski

Leo Koszewski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by William D. Elkin Funeral Home - North East on Nov. 8, 2023.

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Leo M. Koszewski, age 70, of North East, PA passed away on Wednesday November 1st, 2023 at UPMC Hamot surrounded by his family after a lengthy illness.
He was born on December 25th, 1952 in Erie, PA to the late Leo and Ann (Yaros) Koszewski.
Leo graduated from North East High School and was formerly employed by Accuride Erie for 26 years until retirement.
He served in the United States Air Force (1971-1974) as security police and the United States Army (1974-1979) as an M.P. Leo was also a veteran of the Vietnam War and was a Combat Vet.
Leo loved his motorcycle and enjoyed many benefit rides with other friends and family.
He also enjoyed his passion of hunting with his boys and spending time with his family and his dog, Harley.
Leo will truly be missed by all.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Terry (Young) Koszewski whom he married March 22, 1974; sons, Robert Koszewski (Melissa) and Michael Koszewski (Kerry); sister, Judy Johnson (Dennis); brothers, Ronald Koszewski (Dory) and Alan Newton (Leeann); grandchildren, Gabrielle, Connor, Riley, Taylor, Mason, Jordan, and Jaxson; great-grandchildren, C.J. and Zayne; and many nieces and nephews.
As Leo's wishes, there will not be a viewing and a private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Erie Humane Society, 2407 Zimmerly Road, Erie, PA 16506.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the William D. Elkin Funeral Home, 65 South Lake Street, North East. Please send condolences to elkinfh.com.
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