Leon Nurenberg

Leon G. Nurenberg, age 64, died September 22, 2012. Born in Westphalia, Michigan, November 23, 1947, son of Elmer and Esther (Lenneman) Nurenberg. Leon retired from Clinton County Road Commission after 24 years of service. Leon was an avid golfer, bicyclist, kayaker, card player, and lover of nature. Leon and wife Sara were very active in various outdoor conservation programs. Leon was a referee and umpire with M.H.S.A.A. for over 30 years.

Leon is survived by Sara, his loving wife of 18 years, children; Deena Duling, Collin and Jacob Nurenberg, siblings; Ken (Marlene), Allen (Mary), Bruce (Lucy) Nurenberg and Joyce (Ken Schamanek) Kennedy. Also surviving are grandchildren; Erynn and Alex Duling as well as many nieces and nephews. Leon was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Larry Nurenberg.

Funeral Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 3:00 pm Wednesday September 26, 2012 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Michael Williams presiding. The family will receive friends at the Osgood Funeral Home on Tuesday from 2-5 pm and 6-8 pm with a rosary being prayed at 4 pm and a prayer vigil at 7 pm . The family would also like to acknowledge and give special thanks to our friends and family who have helped throughout Leon's illness. Contributions may be made in Leon's memory to Mother Teresa House.