Donald E. Lesczynski

Donald E. Lesczynski

December 23, 1931 - January 06, 2026

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Lodi - Donald E. Lesczynski, age 94, of Lodi, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

He was born on December 23, 1931, the son of Edward and Marie (Fabiszewski) Lesczynski.


Don was a 1949 graduate of South Division High School - Milwaukee.   He married Dolores Dix on February 21, 1950. She preceded him in death in 2007.


Don was very proud of being employed with the Milwaukee Police Department patrolling the city on his motorcycle for over 34 years, retiring in 1994.


Donald enjoyed being outside, soaking up the sun's rays, boating and jet skiing on the lake, participating in many different sports as well as watching his favorite WI teams, but loved most making time to be with his family and friends.

 

Donald is survived his daughters, Sharron T McPike and Nancy Patin; his grandchildren, Scott (Hui) Mund, Kimberly (Jamie) Wolkenbreit, Rebecca (David) Marquardt, Candice Knuteson, Andrew (Kristin) Graf, Rachel Lesczynski, Abby (Tom) Bruce; his great-grandchildren, Katherine, Bergen, Matthew, Sylvie, Theo, Lev, Emma, Ellie, Aiden, Autumn, and Christian; his daughter-in-law, Chris Lesczynski; his sister, Doris Kagel; and other relatives and friends.


In addition to his wife Dolores, he was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, David, his twin sister, Darlene and two other sisters, Peggy and Dellphine.


In honor of Don's wishes, a private family celebration of life will be held at a later date.  
 

Memorials may be made to Sauk Prairie Hospital.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com


Gunderson Lodi

Funeral & Cremation Care

157 S. Main St.

(608) 592-3201





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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Lodi
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Bernadette Kagel
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I remember most fondly the visits that Uncle Donnie and Dixie would make to our house. I also loved our family reunions and get-togethers during the Christmas season . As we aged he still made it a point to make sure that my mom who's the youngest of all of them was okay. He and Aunt Dixie both always made us feel very special and they were always so thoughtful, even if it was simply bringing Jax & ball or jump rope to play with. Family definitely mattered to Uncle Donnie, even the extended family. I was always proud of his career as a motorcycle cop. I cannot say enough about the impression he made on me when I was little. Such a kind and gentle man, who always took the time to talk and listen to us. And he always gave such powerful hugs. I love you Uncle Donnie And I you, I'm grateful you are such a good brother to my mom. I'm glad you guys had that last visit together. ❤️🙏 I love you, Bernadette Kagel
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Leslie kagel
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I. Always. Look. Up. To. Uncle Donny. He. Was. A. Good. Role model. I like. When. He. Would come. To. The. House. In. His. Black. Leather. Jacket. That. He. Wore. From. Being a. Motorcycle. Officer he. Was. Always so nice. He. Always. Smelled. Like. Old english leather I'm. So sorry. He. Past. Away. Please. Except. My. Condolences. To. The. Family. Rip from Leslie. Kagel and Kristin and. Justin Jessica. Edward. And Hunter.
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Lorrie Toy
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Though I saw him very little later in life I never forgot he was my Uncle and Godfather. I remember his strength and warmth from the last time I brought his sister to visit him. Love and condolences to his daughters and Grand Children. Lorrie Toy, daughter of his sister Doris
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Linda Benske
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My uncle Donnie was always a John Wayne kind of guy. The last time I saw him, Sharon and my uncle Don came to visit me in Florida. I have fond memories of that visit from him telling me stories to watching old western on turner classics. we had a great Thanksgiving celebration. I love it that he told me stories about my father and how I reminded him of my father cooking. I knew then it would be a memory I could hold dear to my heart. You will be missed and loved to always Linda Benske

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