Ferdinand (Fred) Lenga

Fred Lenga, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Friday morning June 18, after a brief illness.

He was predeceased by parents Teofil and Katherine Lenga. His sisters Genevieve Severance, Ruby Fabrizio, Terry Yevchak, and Helen Leonard. Also his brothers, Eddie, Bill, Kye, and Henry, and many loved family members.

He is survived by his best friend and life partner of 62 years, Irene, his two daughters, Michele Kuzel (John) and Cindi Lundy (Scott), grandchildren: Kyle (Jen), Jason (Liz), Branden (Lily), Taylor (Austin), and great grandchildren: Liam, Caleb, and Irene. He is also survived by his very special sister Sophie Raychel and by his best "furry" friend, Kasia.

Upon his retirement from Universal Instruments, Fred spent his time tending to his yard and his flowers. He also loved sports. He was a CYO basketball coach, a fan of all New York teams, especially the Yankees.

Fred was a devout member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church where a viewing will be held on Tuesday morning, June 22 at 9am. It will be followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10am. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Johnson City.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Lourdes Hospice in Fred's memory. Arrangements are by the JF Rice Funeral Home, Inc. 150 Main Street Johnson City, New York

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Jun. 19 to Jun. 21, 2021.

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Charlotte Ciotoli, Fort Mill, SC

July 13, 2021

Irene, so sorry to read of your husband´s passing. I get to read Press Connects obituaries on line and I saw this notice today (I´m a little behind). I want you to know how very sad I was to read of this. I wish you and your family comfort and happiness in your memories.

Sonja Sorochinsky

July 13, 2021

Dear Cindi and family:
Your dad was a great father! He was so kind and thoughtful.. He loved his family so so much.. I always admired his devotion to you. Love- Sonja & Family

Girls from CCTC

June 26, 2021

To the Lenga,

We are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed.

Sande Sarappa

June 24, 2021

Dearest Aunt Irene, Michele, Cindy, and all the dear relatives, and friends. My prayers are for comfort in our loss of an EXTREME MAN! Loving, kind, talented, humorous, brave, full of life and integrity! Not only was he my Uncle, I was blessed to have him as my God Father ! (Aunt Irene my God Mother) ! Happy times were spent at your home. I was treated like a princess. Thank you for sharing him with me! May we find comfort that he no longer has pain and is with the Lord! May we also live a life as Ferdinand (Fred) Butch Lenga's Legacy, of true love ! Sande

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Patti and Carl

June 23, 2021

Uncle Butch, There is absolutely no words or no way I could ever tell you what having you as my uncle means to me. That is written in present tense because you will always be here and a part of me. My love for you and your family is infinite. No good bye; just see you at another time.

Jennifer Kasiah

June 22, 2021

My sincere condolences to everyone. I will always remember seeing you come into Wegmans to say hi to Cindy. I pray that your no longer suffering and that you watch over your loved ones. You will be deeply missed.

Betty Steele

June 21, 2021

I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I always remember him smiling every time I saw him. I saw him the most when he and his wife would be walking Ginger.

Paula

June 21, 2021

Dear Aunt Irene, Michele,, and Cindi,
I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Uncle Butch was such a kind and loving soul with the most beautiful smile and engaging chuckle. Though he may not be here on earth with us any longer, he will be forever in our hearts. I pray for your strength and peace of mind and heart during these difficult days. God bless you XO
Love, Paula and family

Dan Krizinofski

June 21, 2021

I am saddened to hear of Mr Lenga’s passing. I grew up 2 houses from the Lengas and have many fond memories of Mr Lenga. His yard was meticulously maintained and He had the best pear tree in JC (which I may have been guilty of stealing a few over the years) As a mischievous child Growing up I’m sure Mr Lenga wanted to strangle me at times but as I grew older and moved away I was always greeted with a smile, a handshake, and great conversation from both Mr and Mrs Lenga when I would return home to the old neighborhood. My sincere condolences to Mrs Lenga, Michelle, Cindi and the entire Lenga family. Another piece of my childhood is gone but not forgotten. RIP Mr Lenga

Kady

June 20, 2021

Irene,
I am so very sorry for your loss. It was always such a pleasure to care for Ferdinand when he came into the office. You guys were one of my favorite couples! May he rest in peace

Laurie Kendrick

June 20, 2021

Aunt Irene, Michelle and Cindi, my heart is with you. We have so many wonderful memories to cherish of Uncle Butch. He really was the best Uncle ever. He will be forever in our hearts.

Bonnie (Fiorelli) & Al Spence

June 20, 2021

Irene, Kyle, Jen and families,
We are so very sorry for you’re loss. We pray that your memories will help you through this very difficult time.

June 20, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you.
Edie

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