Francis Bennett "Fuzzy" LeQuia

Francis Bennett "Fuzzy" LeQuia, 93, of Kingsford, died peacefully Mon. Jan. 11, 2016 at ManorCare Health Services on his loving wife's birthday. He was born on May 31, 1922 in Menominee, the son of the late Joseph and Pearl (Bennett) LeQuia. He was raised on the north side of Iron Mountain and attended Iron Mountain Public Schools. Fuzzy served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1942-45 aboard the Firedrake. He reconnected with his fellow veterans by attending reunions held across the United States He married the love of his life, Irene K. Steindorf on April 12, 1947 in Iron Mountain. Fuzzy was a devoted, loving, and caring husband. The couple shared 64 wonderful years together until her death on May 7, 2011. Fuzzy worked in the dietitian department at the V.A. Hospital for many years and retired as the assistant equalization director for Dickinson County . He was a member of American Martyrs Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for over fifty years. He was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus and was a volunteer for their weekly Bingo and annual Tootsie Roll Drive. Fuzzy was a member and former chaplain of the American Legion Post 363. He served as president of the board of UPCAP. He was an avid Green Bay Packers , Detroit Tigers and Michigan State men's basketball fan. Fuzzy enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, traveling, golfing, driving his new cars, riding his motorcycle, boating, and playing cards, especially pinochle and smear. He also enjoyed fishing on Lake Gogebic with his brother Joe. Fuzzy had the privilege of participating in the UP Honor Flight to Washington, DC with his son. Fuzzy cherished and treasured all his family. He is survived by his son Little Fuzz "F. D." (Linda) LeQuia of Felch, two daughters Deborah A. (Douglas) LeQuia-Skytta of Ishpeming and Ann Irene (Herman) Morosini of Watertown, NY, five granddaughters Brenda (Kirk) Mattson of Felch, Rebecca (Chad) Steinbrecher of Felch, Teresa Steele (Brad Barglind) of Kingsford, Angela Morosini (Colin Donahoe) of Elbridge, NY, and Elizabeth Irene (Kevin) VanSlyke of Pulaski, NY, and five great grandchildren Hunter and Dugan Mattson, and Julia, Lucas, and Kathryn Steinbrecher, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters Rose (Jack) Sharkey and June (Peter) Selmo, brother Joseph P. (Alice) LeQuia, nieces Chris and Robin, nephew Glenn, and his four legged friend Tanner. Fuzzy's smile, positive energy, love of life, and kindness brought joy to all he met, and he will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be Thurs.from 9:00-10:30 at the Kingsford Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Thurs. at 11 am at American Martyrs Catholic Church. Father Joseph Gouin will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment will be in the Gardens of Rest Mausoleum in Escanaba. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in his memory. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Francis "Fuzzy" LeQuia at ernashfuneralhomes.com The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Kingsford Funeral Home with tharrangements.

Francis Bennett "Fuzzy" LeQuia

May 31, 1922 - January 11, 2016