September 8 1928 August 24 2019
Leonard James Wohlrab, 90, formerly of Overton, PA passed away Saturday evening, August 24, 2019 at the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, PA. Leonard was born in Patterson, NJ on September 8, 1928, the son of John Wohlrab and Augusta DePauw Wolhrab. He was a graduate of Ridgewood High School, Ridgewood, NJ with the class of 1946. On July 8, 1946, Leonard entered the U.S. Army where he served with the 7th Signal Corp during World War II until June 7, 1949. In early years, Leonard operated his own electronics repair business in New Jersey and was later employed by Sanyo, Inc. for a number of years until his retirement in 1992. Following his retirement, Leonard moved to Overton, PA to reside with his aunt and uncle. Leonard was a member of VFW Post No. 384, New Albany, PA. Leonard enjoyed riding motorcycles and ATVs, bowling, playing horseshoes, cards, working crossword puzzles and reading science fiction. Lenny was a quiet soul who would give of himself to assist others. He is survived by his special aunt, Genevieve DePauw of the Personal Care Home of Memorial Hospital, Towanda, Godsons, Richard DePauw of Overton, Emiel DePauw Jr. of Midland, NJ as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Leonard was predeceased by his sister, Rosemary and brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Jane Wohlrab and James and Anita Wohlrab. A memorial service will be held Sunday, September 1, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at the Maryott-Bowen Funeral Home 217 York Ave. Towanda, PA with Pastor David Conklin officiating. Towanda American Legion Post No. 42 will accord military honors at the funeral home. The family suggests that contributions may be directed to the Animal Care Sanctuary, P.O. Box A, East Smithfield, PA 18817 in memory of Leonard James Wohlrab. Memories and condolences may be expressed by visiting www.bowenfuneralhomes.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Leonard James “Lenny” Wohlrab please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Leonard James Lenny Wohlrab September 8 1928 August 24 2019.
Death notice for the town of: Sayre, state: Pennsylvania