Leonard E. Ostrowski Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Franksville, Wisc, Friday October 30th, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Leonard was born October 27th, 1940, in the town of New Hope, Wisc, served in the Army in the early 60’s, married his wife Christine (nee Mrozinski) in 1964, had 2 children, Lana Marie ('65) and Leonard Jr ('66) and making his home, Franksville, Wisc in 1974. 

Then, Leonard’s family tree grew; Lana Van Scoy (Brian), grandchildren Dustin (Sara), Tristan, Krysta Farchione (Tom), and Miranda Brest (Matthew) and great-grandchildren, Addison, Dakota, Blaine, Brantley, Braxton, Bently, Willow, Syrus and Milana, extending to Leonard Jr (Lorie), grandchildren Lenny III (fiancé Kayla), Liana, Lukas and great-grandchild Kaycee. 

Leonard enjoyed outdoor activities, fishing with his grandchildren or whoever was available, hunting deer in the Northwoods, several years racing with his son and son-in-law, repairing small engines, and - what most knew him for, his gardening, pears, apples and providing fruits and vegetables to those that came over. His strength was helping others in need, without asking for anything in return. 

Leonard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Christine, son, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, grandchildren and spouses, great-grandchildren, sister Gertie Szews, brother Norbert (Irene) Ostrowski, sister Shirley (Richard) Glosemeyer, and other close relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Lana (2015), parents Charles and Theresa (nee Golomski) Ostrowski, and 11 brothers and sisters. 

The family of Leonard would like to say special thank you to neighbor, Sandy and Bob Kamppinen and Compassus Hospice, Joseph, Miss V, Ruthie, and Chaplin Paul. 

A memorial service will be held at Saints Peter and Paul Polish National Catholic Church in South Milwaukee at a later date. 

Final thought for those that knew………….. How many days of the week, start with the letter T??????............. 4…………… Tuesday, Thursday, today and tomorrow! Rest in Peace Husband, Dad, Father-in-law, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, and friend, Leonard