Leonard Loukanis
Leonard Loukanis, 78 years of age, and a 44-year resident of Bayview, Texas, passed from this life, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, June 29, 2017. Leonard was born in Richards, Texas on August 24, 1938 to proud parents, Stanislaus and Agnes Loukanis.
Leonard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army before entering a career with the U.S. Postal Service spanning 20 years. He also served for 25 years on the Bayview Water Board.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Deborah J. Loukanis, and son Robert M. Loukanis. He leaves to cherish a lifetime of memories, his loving wife of 56 years Dorothy Loukanis; his two daughters Charlotte and husband James, daughter Delores and husband Stephen, sister Margaret; grandchildren Nicole, Amy, Travis, and Deborah; and his great-grandchildren Riley and Kailyn. He also leaves his faithful, and furry companion Stanley.
In his honor, a visitation will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017, from 1 pm to 2 pm with a Celebration of Life Ceremony at 2 pm at the Crowder Funeral Home, 851 FM 517 W., Dickinson, Texas 77539, with Pastor Brad Heintz of the Living Word Church of the Bay Area, Seabrook, presiding over the service.
The family will receive friends immediately following the ceremony with a reception at the home of Stephen Nelson and Delores Loukanis.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to M.D. Anderson in Leonard’s name.
Leonard was one of my best friends. In earlier days, we spent many fun times together trying to sort out issues to make our community a better place to live. It was always Leonard’s appeal to all and knowledge that moved us forward. He had a vast knowledge for the history of our area and very sucessfull with making things happen. Leonard has always been kind, professional and sincere with all I have witnessed his aqaintances with. He has always demonstrated high morals, love for family and most definitely a man with integrity. We will miss Leonard dearly.
Thank you for setting an example of how to face life’s challenges with grace, courage and faith. Even though I miss you Daddy, I take comfort in knowing that you are breathing easier while dancing with the angels. Thank you for being my Dad. Until we meet again…. I love you Dad!
I had the luck to know Leonard for the past 25 years. He had the sort of measured thoughtfulness and easy humor that it was a pleasure to be around. I will miss Leonard, and will think of him often. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Thank you for being there when we needed you and to help us if we needed it. I miss you so much and I Love you Dad. I will remember everything you taught me and do the right thing in life and all the things you helped me and the family with. Until we meet again I love you Dad!
I had the privilege of know leonard since early 1980s, he was a good friend always there if you needed help with anything,