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Leona “Lee” Gensler

October 23, 1925 - April 16, 2022
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 4/23, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 4/23, 2:00 pm

Leona “Lee” Gensler, Waukesha, went home to her loving Father on Saturday, April 16, 2022 at the age of 96.

She was born on October 23, 1925 in Harrison Township, Waupaca County to Ben and Anna (Konkol) Jablonski. Leona grew up on a family farm surrounded by nine brothers and sisters. Her family moved to Stevens Point in 1935. After high school she moved to Milwaukee and worked at Cutler-Hammer, married and raised her family. When her youngest daughter Jill was school age, Lee started her career with American Bowling Congress until her retirement in 1990. Leona loved to bake and cook, sharing many recipe “secrets” with her family.  She also enjoyed reading and working jigsaw puzzles.

Beloved mother of Sandra (David) Wick, Eric Gensler, Patrick (Janice), Peter (Jane), Tim (Mary), Christopher (Cheryl), Jim (Marsha), and Jill Gardner. Reunited with eldest son, Michael (Joanne) and granddaughter, Pamela. Devoted to her 14 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.

Leona is survived by siblings Lydia Maher, Bertha Lewis and Bruno Jablonski.

She was preceded in death by siblings Delphine, Cornelia, Gazelle, Robert, Clem and Ralph.

Visitation to be held on Saturday, April 23rd from 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM with service to follow at 2:00 PM at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin.

Our family would like to thank the staff at Vista Pointe Assisted Living, as well as Horizon Hospice Care for their hard work and tender touch on her behalf.

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Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Saturday 4/23, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm
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21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Saturday 4/23, 2:00 pm
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Leona “Lee” Gensler, Waukesha, went home to her loving Father on Saturday, April 16, 2022 at the age of 96. She was born on October 23, 1925 in Harrison Township, Waupaca County to Ben and Anna (Konkol) Jablonski. Leona grew up on a family farm surrounded by nine brothers and sisters. Her family moved toContinue Reading

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Anne (Jablonski) and Bob Otto left a message on April 26, 2022:
Sending love to the Gensler cousins and the entire family. Godspeed, Aunt Lee.
Bill and Carol Schmitz left a message on April 24, 2022:
Dear Gensler Cousins, We are so sorry for this difficult loss of your mom. We have been there and know how hard it is. I am so glad that Del and Lee lived together for a period of time at the Brookfield Highlands. I know my mom was so happy Aunt Lee was there. They helped each other alot. We will always have great memories of Aunt Lee. She was the kindest and sweetest lady. She will truly be missed. All our love and prayers, Bill and Carol
William Maher left a message on April 23, 2022:
Bonnie and I send our sympathies to our family members for the passing of Aunt Lee. The last time I saw her was at my mom's (Lydia) condo years ago. Cherished memories of our family reunions come back as well as my friendship with cousin Mike. Our prayers are with all our families. Bill and Bonnie Maher
Tim & Bernadette McShane left a message on April 20, 2022:
Sandy and Dave, we are sorry to learn about your mom. It is always so hard to loose that special person. Our heartfelt sympathies.
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
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