Leonard Gary Nowak, age 72 of Orland Park, IL and Naples, FL, passed away on Thursday, January 26. He was born in Detroit, MI to his parents Arnold and Theresa, who preceded him in death. He was a proud father to Jennifer of Shorewood, IL and Christopher of Orland Park, IL. Len was brother to Peggy (Gary) Brewer of Michigan and John (Joletta) Nowak of Minnesota, uncle to Allison Cicotte of Michigan, and had been married to Denise Nowak and was brother-in-law to Dale Remelis. He was cousin to many. He was owner and president of Industrial Combustion Engineers in Gary, IN. Nicknamed “Superman,” he was very health conscious and loved bicycling and working out. He courageously fought cancer for many years, living with energy and passion. He died peacefully surrounded by family.
Family and friends are invited to the memorial which will be held on Tuesday, February 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mt. Auburn Funeral Home, 4101 S. Oak Park Ave., Stickney, IL 60402. Go to www.mountauburnfuneralhome.com. Additionally, a private Celebration of Life will be held in Michigan this summer, with details released in the future. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
