Lee Kotyza, of Sheboygan, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was 66
years old, born April 19 th , 1953, in Two Rivers, the son of Anton & Donna Kotyza. He
went on to obtain his Bachelors of Sociology at UW-Madison and Masters of Guidance &
Counseling at UW-Stout.
On September 8 th , 1984, he married the love of his life, Jackie Kotyza (Stapleton). They
recently celebrated their 35 th wedding anniversary.
Lee touched many lives during his career in teaching, counseling, and coaching. He was
quick with a smile & slow to judge. Lee loved to travel, most of all to beaches, and never
missed the chance to watch a beautiful sunset. He spread joy everywhere he went.
He leaves behind a family who adores him – wife, Jackie, and three daughters, Carlie
(Rory Witthuhn) Kotyza-Witthuhn of Eden Prairie, MN, Emily (Silvio Gomez) Kotyza of
Rosario, Argentina, and Holly (Dave) Van Akkeren of Sheboygan. His four grandchildren –
Antonio, Isaiah, Maria, and Evelyn, will miss him exponentially. He is survived further by
his parents, his sister, Terri (Warren) Belonger of Two Rivers, and many sibling in-laws,
nieces, and nephews.
In celebration of his life, a visitation will take place Monday, September 30 th from 2-5pm
at St. Clement Church, 707 N. 6th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081. A Memorial Service will
follow at 5:30pm. Come as you are. Hawaiian shirts & flip-flops are especially
encouraged.
Any floral arrangements can be organized through The Flower Gallery (Manitowoc) at
920-684-3351. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated for a memorial fund in Lee’s
honor.
To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.ballhornchapels.com
