Leslie Marie (Bonnell) Sojka, of Pittsville, WI, formerly of Waupaca, passed away from natural causes on January 11th, 2025. Leslie was the middle child born to Dewey and Rachel (Ruediger) Bonnell. Leslie was very proud to be a 4th generation 3rd Ward Bonnell.
She graduated from Waupaca High School and took on many careers - from The Wheelhouse to The Kirby Store, Leslie flourished in customer service.
In 2010, Leslie married the love of her life, Butch “Frank” Sojka. Together they shared a wonderful life full of travel and family.
Leslie is survived by her daughter Emmy (Bonnell) Roper, her stepson Chad Sojka, and stepdaughters Stephanie Ysquerdo and Stacy Garza, as well as their partners and children. Additionally, her brother Duwain Bonnell, and sisters Sarah (Bonnell) Knutson and Doreen Papineau, and their partners. Plus many, many more dear family and friends.
Leslie was preceded in death by her husband, Butch, her parents Rachel and Orville Pomerenke, Uncle Barney (Allen Bonnell), and her sister Beckie Lawrence.
The world lost a vibrant light, and we will never be the same.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at the Crossroads Church in Pittsville, WI. Times to be determined. Buchanan/Rembs Funeral home is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation would be appreciated.
To send condolences, find the times of the visitation/service, and read Leslie’s full obituary, visit www.rembsfh.com
