Leonard Levar Jr Obituary

Age - 75

September 11, 2023

Ely, MN

Leonard Edward Levar Jr. of Ely, age 75, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023. Family arrangements have been entrusted to Kerntz Funeral Home.

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