Leonard M. Zeitz SR.

Leonard M. Zeitz SR. obituary, Parma, OH

Leonard M. Zeitz SR.

Leonard Zeitz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ripepi Funeral Home - Parma on Aug. 19, 2023.

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LEONARD M. ZEITZ, SR., age 89; passed away peacefully on Friday, August 18, 2023. Loving husband of Judith for 55 years; beloved father of Lynn Challen, Michael Zeitz (Kathy), Leonard M. Zeitz, Jr. (Harolyn) and Christopher Zeitz; step-father of Colette Shank (Steven); grandfather of four; great-grandfather of five; son of the late Leonard R. and Anna Zeitz; brother of Mary Lou, Carole, Judy ad Ronald; uncle, cousin and dear friend of many. Lenny retired from General Motors after 35 years as Chief of Security. He had a great sense of humor with a quick wit and infectious smile. He will be dearly missed. All services are private.

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January 16, 2024

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August 25, 2023

Ronald E Zeitz & David Uskert planted trees.

August 25, 2023

Christopher Zeitz posted to the memorial.

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Christopher Zeitz

August 25, 2023

You served your country in the Korean War, you worked for General Motors for 35 years, you had numerous battles with heart disease and you won every single time. You are the strongest, bravest warrior I’ve ever know and you were my Dad. You walked side by side through 55 years with the love of your life. You loved your family unconditionally, you took care of your family, you celebrated the holidays, birthdays, special occasions and all of life in general with your entire family. You were the life of the party, outgoing, the funniest man in the room whether it be sarcasm, your sense of humor, your jokes. You brought smiles to everybody’s face, you made everybody laugh, you gave us a lifetime of love and memories that we will always remember and cherish. You were kind hearted, generous, supportive, very smart, introspective, with your own style that could never be duplicated. You told me, showed me and I was there through all of the years, seeing what it took to be a man. I love you and I am proud to be your Son and I am proud and blessed that you are my Dad.
Yes, your body is no longer here and we will miss you endlessly, but you did not die. Your spirit and your soul are free to be everything that you are, everything that makes you, YOU, and we know that you are close and among us.
We didn’t lose you, because we know exactly where you are. And one day, we will all be together again, eternally.

Love your Son,

Christopher Mark Zeitz

Christopher Mark Zeitz

August 23, 2023

I love you Dad, you were a wonderful, loving, giving and supportive Father and you were my Moms rock, heart and soul until your very end. you will always be loved, missed, remembered and cherished.
You are and always will be my hero!
Rest in eternal peace Maestro
I´ll see you again one day.

I love you
Your Son,
Christopher Mark Zeitz

John and Sandra Short

August 20, 2023

Leonard and mike so sorry for the passing of your father God bless you and your family.

Colette

August 19, 2023

Your were there for me when my dad passed away. You will will be missed by many. RIP dad. Till we meet again. Love you.

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January 16, 2024

Judy & Carole Zeitz planted trees.

August 25, 2023

Ronald E Zeitz & David Uskert planted trees.

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Christopher Zeitz posted to the memorial.