Leonard James Gontjes Obituary
The memory of Leonard James Gontjes of Arlington Heights, Illinois, born in Sibley, Iowa, who passed away on October 6, 2025 at the age of 89, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leonard James Gontjes to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Leonard shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Leonard farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Gontjes and Hazel Gontjes; his wife Phyllis Gontjes; and his sister Marilla Heidebrink (Jake). He is survived by: his great grandchildren, Dempsey, Phoenix and Hollyn; and his sister Barbara Marinchek (Roy).
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Orchard (1330 N Douglas Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 18th 2025 at the Memory Gardens Cemetery (2501 E Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60004).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Leonard's honor can be made to the Alzheimer's Association (https://www.alz.org.) or Special Olympics (https://www.specialolympics.org.).
