Lennard Joseph Senz Obituary (1926

A Mass of Christian burial has been held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in North Bend. Committal was at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Coos Bay. Lennard was born July 14, 1926, in Albany, OR., to Arnold Senz and Josephine (Laux) Senz. He passed away peacefully at his home in North Bend, with his family at his side. After graduating from Marshfield High School, Class of 1944, Lennard joined the U.S. Army, serving his country during World War II in the South Pacific. He received numerous accommodations including the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Medal, Bronze Star, Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Award and the Victory Medal. He was honorably discharged from the Army in December 1946. Lennard married Helen Kindel on Aug. 30, 1952 and moved to North Bend to start their family. He returned to school at Southwestern Oregon Community College and earned a degree in electronics. He worked at the Evans Lumber Mill for several years until he accepted a position with the Coos Bay School District where he worked in the warehouse until he retired in 1984. Lennard was a kind and gentle man who loved his wife and children with all his heart and soul. He always put the needs of his family before his own, and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the South Coast Hospice, 1620 Thompson Road, Coos Bay, OR 97420.