Leonard James Pamula
Leonard James Pamula of Hopewell Twp, Beaver County, PA, age 64, passed away
Friday, March 23, 2019 after an 8 year battle with Early On-Set Alzheimer’s Disease. He is
finally at peace. Len was born in Erie, PA on July 18, 1954, the son of Leonard Louis
Pamula and the late Charlene Ruth Freeborn Pamula. Besides his father, he is survived by
his loving wife and eternal companion, Sharon Arndt Pamula whom he married 37 years
ago on March 11, 1982. Also surviving are son and daughters; Joseph L. Pamula
(Kristen), Harrisburg PA, Sarah R. Pamula Hatch (Jared) of Woodbridge, VA and Mary B.
Pamula Primis (Alex) of Clinton, PA and step children: Christina (Christy) M. Mazzone-
Jackson (Steven) of LasVegas, NV and David M. Mazzone II of Erie, PA. Leonard is also
survived by 6 grandchildren who adored their Papa: Oliver Primis, Evelyn Primis, Max
Primis, Naomi (Ellie) Hatch, Roman Hatch and Ashlee Jackson and his brothers and sister:
Daniel Pamula (Erie, PA), Shawn Pamula White (Lake Stevens, WA) and David Pamula
(Erie, PA).
Leonard lived an honorable life dedicated to his family, his faith and his military career.
After graduating from East High School in Erie, Len enlisted in the US Army where he
served a tour in Heidelberg, Germany. He served in the US Army Reserves and with the
civil service for 34 years, achieving the rank of Sergeant Major before retiring in 2009. He
began his reserve military career at the 382d MASH, Erie PA and ended at the 99th RSC,
Coraopolis, PA including a tour of duty in Operation Iraqi Freedom, 2004-2005 where he
served as Command Sergeant Major, 463rd Engineer Combat Battalion, Wheeling WVA.
He was highly respected by all who served with him throughout his distinguished career.
Len loved to travel. He especially loved being near the ocean and Lake Erie. He loved
bicycling, running, dancing, genealogy and spending his days with his family. Leonard was
a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Visitation will be at Huntsman Funeral Home, 2345 Mill Street, Aliquippa,PA, Wednesday,
March 27 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 6:00 – 9:00. A service will be Thursday, March 28 at 12:00
at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints chapel, 114 Church Drive, Monaca, PA
with a viewing prior at 10:30. Burial will be in Sewickley Cemetery, with military honors provided by US Army and the Beaver County Special Unit.
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My sincere sympathy to Sharon and family.
I was proud to serve with Lenny in the 382nd MASH. He was a wonderful man, dedicated to his country and his family. His honesty and integrity were among his greatest assets. He will forever be remembered as a competent and caring man. May memories of happier times flood your family in the days ahead. May he rest in eternal peace!
To the Family of CSM Pamula, He was a wonderful man and I had the honor to serve under him and work along side him. He and my Father CSM Don Showalter were together for many years at the 99th ARCOM. I served in Iraq with him as my CSM. Great Man. I am sorry for your loss and I know he will be missed by all.
Lenny Was A good kind man. Who gave his all for his family and Country. He will be missed. By family and Friends alike. He was a gentle Honorable man.
Len, Your wisdom will be missed. You were always an example for me to follow. You did not have to lead, you could encourage and quietly nudge others to the right decision. I have always had a deep respect for you. I am grateful to have known you in this life. Though your presence will be missed, your influence will remain. I feel blessed that we crossed paths in this life.
Rest in Peace Sergeant Major. Till we all meet again.