Hilbert T. Lesiak

Hilbert Lesiak, 76, died Friday, July 26, 2013 at St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island.

Hilbert T. "Bert" Lesiak was born April 1, 1937 in Nance County, NE to Alex John and Rose Mary (Zaucha) Lesiak. He attended school in rural Nance County before enlisting in the US Navy in 1955 with his brother Alonzo Lesiak. Following his discharge he returned to Columbus where he worked for Behlen Manufacturing for 18 years. Bert married Wilma Kruse in May of 1961 and out of this union they had 4 children. In 1977 he retired from Behlens and became co-owner of Ski Lounge until 1986. His hobbies included working on cars, fishing, hunting, and various carpentry projects. Bert loved Polish Music and was a self-taught button accordion player. His talents allowed him to play in a polka band that was featured on the Big Joe Polka Show at Peony Park and at various weddings and at local bars.

He is survived by:
Son Rick (Karen) Lesiak of Columbus
Daughter Lori (Alan) Jarosz of Columbus
Daughter Shelli (Neal) Dreifurst of Columbus
Son Scott (Michelle) Lesiak of Lincoln
Brother Alonzo "Al" Lesiak of Columbus
Sister Theresa Ann Prososki of Minnesota
Brother Eugene "Gene" Lesiak of Oregon
Brother Richard "Rich" Lesiak of Columbus
14 Grandchildren
2 Great Grandchildren

He is preceded in death by:
Parents Alex and Rose Lesiak
Infant Brother Thaddeus "Teddy" Lesiak
Sister Angeline Marie Lesiak
Sister Irene Frances Kula
Brother Clifford "Cliff" Lesiak

Memorials are suggested to the wishes of the family.