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Leonard P Giannola

May 28, 1964 -
October 22, 2023
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Leonard Giannola, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his home.

Len was born on May 28, 1964 in Kenosha, WI to Pearl (Omelianchuk) and Joseph Giannola. He graduated from Bradford High School.

On May 26, 1998 he married his longtime love, Karen England in Las Vegas, NV. Their son Matthew was born in 2000.

Len was employed for 30 years by the Kenosha Police Department, retiring in 2017 as a detective.

Len had a great sense of humor and was quite a jokester (especially with his KPD buddies). It was all about the food for Len! Both cooking and eating it. He was a great cook. Len was one of the good guys, lending a helping hand to anyone who needed it

Len is survived by his wife of 25 years Karen and his son Matthew. His siblings, Bon (Joe) Gogola, Sam (Brenda) Giannola, Cass Giannola, mother-in-law, Judy Darbutas, brothers-in-law, Gene (Lorri) Lerdahl, George Stoner, Don England and Michael (Sue) Cardinali, nephews, Mike (Tracy) Gogola, Brian Gogola, Danny and Joey Cardinali, his nieces, Jamie Gogola and Gina (Frank) Montemurro.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Joe Giannola, Jr.; sisters, Jacklind Stoner and Janet Cardinali; father-in-law, Al Darbutas; brother-in-law, Ron England; nephew, David Lerdahl.

A special thank-you to all of the 12th Ave. neighbors. Love you All!

 

 

Service Info

Memorial services honoring Len’s life will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the Piasecki Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave, Kenosha, WI.

A gathering for Len will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Kenosha Police Officer’s Charities, 1213 55 St., Suite 201 Kenosha, WI 53140 would be appreciated.

  • Posted by:
    Michele Gianakos

    Cassie, I am so sorry to learn about the passing of your Brother. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

  • Posted by:
    Tom Lesniak

    My condolences to his family.

  • Posted by:
    Cathy Tabbert

    Karen and Matthew- my heart is broken for you. Lenny was a wonderful co-worker and friend. He will truly be missed! My deepest sympathies for you both ??

  • Posted by:
    Terri Bizek

    Karen— So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your son.

  • Posted by:
    Carol Gonzales

    I am so sorry to hear about Len! Such an awesome and kind man! My condolences to his wife, son, and his entire network of family and friends. I am so saddened by this unexpected loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

  • Posted by:
    Tom and Christine Genthner

    Thoughts and prayers are with you Karen and Matthew!! From fellow KPD retiree unit #236 (Genthner)

  • Posted by:
    Danny Cardinali

    Uncle LP was a great uncle, role model and inspiration. He will be greatly missed. Thank you for everything.

  • Posted by:
    Mary Hannes

    So sorry to hear this. Sending healing prayers to his wife, family & loved ones. Len & I often talked about thee perfect ice cubes; ya know, the round little ones with the hole through the center… he was a funny, kind, genuine soul & heaven scored. RIP buddy!???