Obituary of Leonard Joseph Switkowski

Leonard J. Switkowski, Jr. Sidney, NY Leonard Joseph Switkowski, Jr. 55 of Sidney passed away peacefully Monday May 13, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born April 22, 1958 son of the late Leonard and Victoria (Wackowski) Switkowski in Buffalo. Upon graduation from high School Lenny served his country in the United States Navy from 1976 to 1980. He was honorably discharge and entered the NYS Police Academy in 1981. Lenny worked in Troops A, E and T. In 1991 he was stationed with Troop C in Sidney where he retired on April 28, 2011. Lenny enjoyed shooting pool, horse races and playing poker. He loved Buffalo sports especially the Bills and the Sabers. Lenny was also a life member of the Buffalo VFW. He is survived by: Daughters - Sara Switkowski, Palm Beach, FL Ashley Johnson and her husband Scott, Sidney Center Briana Switkowski, Sidney Grandchildren - Edward Fisher Roby and Karter and Maddox Johnson The mother of children and life long friend, Christina Switkowski. Sidney Sister and Brother-in-law - Michaelina and Michael Llewellyn, FL Other family members - Alice Paciorowski, Cheektowaga Marlene Paciorowski,Cheektowaga Daniel Switkowski, Palm Beach, FL Neil Switkowski, Austin, TX In-laws - Robert and Jean Buchanan, Masonville and their family. Several nieces, nephews and cousins Friends may call Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney. Funeral Services will be Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the funeral chapel. Burial with military honors will follow in Masonville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care 1 Birchwood Drive Oneonta, NY 13820 Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.landersfh.com Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel Sidney.