Laurel Lesniak Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Laurel Lesniak of Afton, Tennessee, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Laurel left this world on January 29, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lillian Bendzans and Harold Merchant (Mickey); her stepfather Stanley Bendzans; her siblings, Donald Merchant Sr., Robin Bendzans, Beverly Merchant and Carol Merchant; her nephews, Michael Merchant, Greg Merchant and Donald Merchant Jr.; and her niece Doreen Merchant.
She is survived by: her husband Richard T. Lesniak; her children, Brette Lesniak (Laurie) and Gayle McCue; her grandchildren, Colt Foley, Christopher McCue and Camber McCue; her great grandchildren, Jacob McCue and Hayden Foley; her siblings, Dennis Merchant, Stanley Bendzans (Roxanne), Mitchell Bendzans (Judy) and Joyce Brown; and her pet Chloe.
