Richwoods High School Alumni
Peoria, Illinois (IL)
In Memory of
Leonard F. Korgie
Passed away 2009
Leonard F. Korgie attended Richwoods High School in Peoria, IL.
Class of 1977
Date of Passing Sep 06, 2009
Date of Passing Sep 06, 2009
Mr. Korgie taught history, social studies, & economics for 33 years at Richwoods. He served in the Army during the Korean War, winning the Purple Heart, 5 Bronze Stars & 1 Silver Star for bravery in combat, and the Combat Infantryman's Badge. He also was voted Teacher of the Year for 1981 & 1983.
Doug Naffziger '67 said:
Mr. Korgie, along with Mr. Durham, inspired a lifelong love of history and the need to keep young people knowledgeable and aware of where we have been as a nation and the world.
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