Duane Robert “Lenny” Lennartson, 73, died Friday, May 26, 2023 at his home in Rochester surrounded by loved ones after a 15 month battle with Leukemia (AML)
Duane was born on July 16, 1949 to Robert and Lindus (Thorburg) Lennartson in Duluth, MN. He graduated from Proctor High School in 1967. He attended University of Minnesota in Duluth and graduated from University of Minnesota with a Degree in Music and a Degree in Dentistry. He owned his own Dental Practice in Owatonna for 33 years and retired in 2007 to Crosslake, MN. Duane met the love of his life, Ardis Laue and they married on June 14, 1980 in Owatonna. They have one daughter, Robin.
Lenny loved music and sang in the Roger Tenney Chorale in Owatonna, NOVA in Owatonna, and Last Generation in Crosslake, MN. He had a passion for fishing, hunting, and the outdoors.
Lenny is survived by his wife, Ardie; daughter, Robin (Eric) Strop; grandchildren, Morgan (Rhett), Coltin, Addison, and Autumn; brother, Steven (LuAnn); nephews, Ryan and Ricky Lennartson; sister-in-laws, LaVonne (Rollie) Olson and Karen (Ken) Rossow; brother-in-law, Darvin (Anne) Laue; and aunts and many cousins.
Lenny was preceded in death by his parents; and uncles.
Memorial services will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Brainerd, MN on June 17 and at True Life Lutheran Church in Rochester, MN on June 24 with visitation for both at 11am and service at 12pm.
Memorials to Mayo Clinic Leukemia Research.
Memories and condolences of Lenny may be shared at rochestercremationservicesmn.com
Ardith, Robin and family. I was sorry to hear about Duane. Your family was very kind to me in my teen years. I could always feel the love and kindness of your family dynamics. Thoughts to your family as you move through this difficult time.
Robin- I am so sorry to hear of this loss. I have very fond memories of growing up with him around and also being my favorite dentist ever!! My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Ardie, Robin and family. Bob and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Lenny’s passing. We still think of him as being so active…fishing, hunting, biking etc. Lenny was a great boss to work for as well as being a wonderful friend. That includes you too, Ardie. Prayers are ongoing for all.
❤️ Bob and Jane
I read of Duane’s passing, and I offer my condolences to his family. By way of introduction, this is Michael Galeski. Duane (or “Dewey” as we addressed him) and I were good friends in the UMD Music Department. I sang in the choir and was a pianist. I remember many wonderful conversations and times with Duane (as well with another friend, John Wilson), including one time that he invited me to his family home and we baled hay — no easy task for me. Duane was a highly moral and kind person, and, again, I was sorry to hear of his passing. Unfortunately, he and I had lost contact with each other, but I have always had high respect for him and thought of him over the years. Peace to his family.
Sedona misses our Mn. Snowbirds. Many warm memories with Lenny and Ardie. His musical talent is missed at church. His sense of humor is missed at dinner parties. His love of life and God’s people demonstrated a life well lived.
Love, Sharon
So sorry to hear of this. I just ran across a picture of Duane, my brother David, Steve and me.