Leonard J. Kritz Jr., age 26, of Meeme, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 9, 2026.

Jr. was born on May 1, 2000 in Washington County, son of Leonard & Stacey (Ruhnke) Kritz, Sr. He was a graduate of Kiel High School, class of 2019. Jr. worked at Henning Cheese for a time and most recently worked at Sargento in Kiel. Jr. was involved with 4H as well as Kiel FFA going to State and Nationals with the group. He had a love for plants and horticulture. He also enjoyed woodworking and working on his Ranger trucks in his shop. He also built a lot with electronics, like computers and stereos. He took great pride in everything he did. He also enjoyed fishing, camping and hiking with his family. He was a very kind and talkative person giving so much to others before himself.

Jr. is survived by his parents: Leonard & Stacey, Sr.; his sisters: Ashley, Isabelle, and Katrina, his grandparents: Larry & Nancy (Zettler) Kritz and Robert & Colleen (Harrington) Ruhnke; aunts, uncles, other relatives, and friends.

A Memorial Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Pielhop Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Ave., New Holstein.

The family will greet relatives and friends at the New Holstein funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

Online condolences may be made www.pielhop.com

The family has chosen the Pielhop Funeral Homes and Cremation Care Centers to honor Jr’s Life Legacy.