Edward Joseph Lesnak, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie, WI surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 13, 1940, he was the son of the late John and Helen (Lambersky) Lesnak. He attended Mother of God School and graduated from North Chicago High School in 1958.

Edward proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Petty Officer Third Class and was honorably discharged in 1966.

On May 16, 1962, he was united in marriage to Marilyn Denise.

He was a member of St. Anastasia Catholic Church in Waukegan.

Edward was employed with Johns Manville for over 42 years. He was a Charter Boat Captain and owner of Lesnak Charter Boat service for over 35 years.

He was a member of the JM Club, Waukegan Charter Boat Association, Salmon Unlimited and KSKJ. He enjoyed fishing, making sausage, snowmobiling, golfing, motorcycling and was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers. But most of all he loved spending time with his family and friends.

Edward is survived by his children, Kim (Steve) Nerheim and John (Carol) Lesnak; his grandchildren, Joseph Lesnak, Peter Lesnak, Ellie Nerheim and Steffen Nerheim, and his sister, Rosemary Graham.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife, Marilyn.