Leonard “Lenny” J. Maciej Jr. 66 year old resident of Little Falls, MN passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital (Mayo) in Rochester, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial took place Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Sobieski, MN with Father Ben Kociemba officiating.
Leonard was born on January 2, 1959, in Little Falls, MN, to the late Leonard and Rosemary (Kalis) Maciej. He grew up in the Elmdale, MN area and graduated from Upsala High School with the Class of 1977. On October 21, 1995, he was united in marriage to LeAnn Olson at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Elmdale, MN. Leonard proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a member of the Bowlus American Legion. A skilled welder and fabricator, Leonard worked at various places throughout his career, including owning and operating his own welding business, Ace Brothers Welding, for many years. He later worked at Polar Tanks in Opole, MN, where he retired. Leonard was a true outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, gardening, and canning. He found joy in spending time at his lake lot, where he connected with nature. Despite his gruff exterior, he had a heart of gold. Leonard was a devoted husband, father, and friend to all who had the privilege of knowing him. He looked forward to becoming a grandpa and was excited to build his dream home on Pillsbury Lake, a project he had planned with his late wife, LeAnn. Leonard will be remembered for his strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends.
He is survived by children, Tiffani Maciej of Little Falls, MN, Abby (Jordan Ulbricht) Maciej of Sartell, MN and Jonathan (Desiree Dingmann) Maciej of St. Cloud, MN; siblings, Cindy (Rick Puchalla) Maciej, Tim Maciej, Eva Maciej, Lori (Brad) Waytashek, Lisa Knopik, and Kelly (Tonya) Maciej; and many nieces and nephews.
Leonard was preceded in death by parents, Leonard and Rosemary Maciej; wife, LeAnn Maciej; infant sister, Theresa Maciej; nephews, Vernon and Eric Oldakowski; niece, Kalie Olson and best friend, Rick Lehrke.
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