Leonard J (Lenny) Bottando of Steger, IL passed away suddenly November 12, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Linda Bottando nee Garrison. Loving father of Wendy, Michael, and Natalie Bottando. Cherished grandfather of Rosaria Bottando. Dear brother of Lewis (Patty) Bottando. Visitation Thursday November 15, 2012 from 3:00 until time of funeral service 7:30 P.M. at Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel 3045 Chicago Rd. Steger, IL. Interment to be held at later date Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery - Elwood, IL. Lenny was a US Airforce Veteran, Retired Steger Fire Department captain and IBEW Member. Info at 708 755-6100 or www.smitsfh.com