Leonard Theodore Lanser

KENOSHA (FORMERLY of RACINE) – Mr. Leonard T. Lanser, 58, passed away after a long, courageous battle with multiple sclerosis at United Hospital System of Kenosha on Sunday, November 3, 2012. 

   He was born in Racine on July 18, 1955, the son of Leonard T. Lanser II and Arlene (nee: Eichsteadt) Lanser.  He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1974.

   Lenny worked for Gateway Technical College for a number of years before his illness prevented him from continuing.  His passions in life were attending Grace Church, when he was physically able, cheering for his Cubs and Bears and especially listening to Elvis.  He had an extensive collection of Elvis memorabilia that he treasured.

   He is survived by his mother, Arlene Lanser; his sister, Donna (Antonio) Rangel; his nephews and nieces, Eric (Michelle) Larsen, Alexandria “Big Al” Rangel all of Racine, Joanna (Brett) Snyder of Delaware, Jessica (Luke) Nixa of Iowa, Jonathan (Nicole) Lanser and Jeremy (April) Lanser both of North Dakota; his dear aunt, Evelyn Larsen of Racine; as well as many other relatives and friends.  Lenny was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Lanser II; his brother, Jeffrey Lanser and his uncle, Harry Larsen.

   Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Home on Friday, November 8, 2013 for a visitation and chance to meet with the family from 4-6 p.m.  The celebration of Lenny’s life and funeral service will follow at 6:00 p.m.    A private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.   Memorials in Lenny’s name have been suggested to the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

   Lenny’s family wishes to thank the entire staff at Kindred Health Care North in Kenosha for the professional and loving attention provided while he was under their care.