Leonard Edward Mundorf of Saline, Michigan passed away peacefully on August 29, 2020 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Leonard was born to Quincy Earl and Lillian Myrtle Mundorf on May 21, 1936 in Valentine Nebraska, the sixth of seven children. He grew up in rural South Dakota attending High School in Dallas and graduating from Gregory. Leonard completed his Bachelor's degree at the University South Dakota Springfield and later his Master's degree at Northern Illinois University with a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Counseling. During this time Leonard taught at numerous country schools and became a life-long member of the National Education Association. He also served as a proud US Army Paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division; he always told us he was 6 feet tall until he went to Jump School. Upon leaving the service, Leonard married Susanne Littau in October of 1961 and together they raised two sons, Jon and George.

In 1972 Leonard and Susanne moved from Illinois to Alaska where they would reside for nearly 40 years. They taught school in Naknek, Alaska; the same town brother and sister-in-law Tony and Jeanine Littau were residing. While in Naknek, he worked as a teacher and guidance counselor displaying a passion for developing opportunities for students and residents of Bristol Bay. Several generations of students enjoyed senior trips that were started and organized by Len. He was also very active in the community Lion's club. Leonard continued serving others after retiring from teaching as he transitioned to become a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. In total Len worked in professional service to others for about 50 years.

Leonard and Tony began commercial fishing in the summer and developed an Alaskan identity that lasted a lifetime. He continued to fish commercially into his mid-70's and truly enjoyed sharing the Alaska experience with others.

Leonard was immensely proud of his family, especially all six of his grandchildren. His love for family extended far, no matter if separated by relation or distance. That connection to family remained important to the end. His strong Christian faith and devoted wife Susanne were cornerstones in his life. He passed that faith onto family and others, and he understood victory for him had already been achieved.

Leonard is survived by his wife, Susanne, of 59 years; sons, Jon (Carolyn) and George (Eleanor); six grandchildren: Alex, Christian, Natalie, Jonathan, Claire and Sara. He is also survived by his younger brother, Lloyd Mundorf of Ainsworth Nebraska and many nieces and nephews of multiple generations who were all very special to him.

Arrangements: A funeral service with his family will be held at Christ Our King Lutheran Church in Saline, Michigan, on Friday September 4th.  Graveside service will be held on Friday, Aug. 27th at 11:00 AM at Mount Hope Cemetery in Valentine, NE.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Miracle League of the Triangle. https://www.mltriangle.com/sponsor/ - We look forward to them playing ball in the spring!