Leah Liss

April 22nd, 2023

Leah was a wonderful woman who attended as many bowling league nights that she could to support Gary, and my husband Tripp who has been on the same team together for many, many years. Through it all we both had become great friends with Leah and have socialized with her in restaurants, and on visits to her home to sit outside and enjoy food and beverages. She was a classy lady who was always impeccably dressed, She was such an accepting person, very personable, and through it all, became a good friend. We communicated regularly through Facebook which I will miss. She did have a wonderful, long life, and even though she has left this earth, she is now with her beloved husband of 65 years Leroy. May Leah rest in peace through eternity. Until we meet again in heaven, you will be truly missed!

~Todd Armbruster
~Dear Friend of Leah, and next door neighbor to Gary for almost 25 years, 5687 N. Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL 60660

April 21st, 2023

We are ever grateful for many years of loving friendship with dear members of Leah’s family.
Our love and sincerest condolences to all of your family.
May her memory and legacy truly forever be for so many blessings and may you know no more sorrow.

~Sheryl B. Hipps and Kirk H. Hipps
~family friends, West Hartford, Connecticut

April 21st, 2023

It was always so nice seeing Mrs. Liss at the bowling alley on Friday nights. Her “hey dear how are you” will be missed. I will also miss her cheering for me even if I was competing against Gary’s team. Please know you are loved tremendously and will be missed.

~Keith Butler
~Friend/Fellow Bowler, Chicago, IL

April 20th, 2023

Judy and Family, may your mother live on in your hearts forever and may her memory be for a blessing.

~Pam Polakow
~, Mundelein Il

April 20th, 2023

I loved seeing your Facebook posts. Your pictures brought back many memories. We recently used the Belgium waffle maker you gave Brian and I 28 yrs ago for our wedding we thought of you. You and Leroy attended our wedding and Leroy took the photos. Your smile and presence and soft
demeanor will be missed. Our love to your family.

~Savage
~Friend, Plainfield, IL

April 20th, 2023

My son with Down Syndrome, Andy, and I were bowling at Classic Bowl in 2015 when a cute elderly couple came to bowl on the lane next to us. Friendly people!! That’s the day I met Leroy & Leah Liss. By the end of our 3 games, I had accepted their invitation to bowl on the team The High Rollers with a bunch of their longtime friends who became my dear friends over time. We’d bowl, go to Omega Restaurant afterwards where they’d load me up with leftover rolls in a white bakery bag, and talk & laugh. Most of the time, Leroy & Leah shared a meal. I had a couple years of great fun & friendship bowling with these wonderful seniors & grieved each time they began passing away one by one. Soon after, Leah suggested I join JWI. There I was, the only Christian Gentile in an all Jewish women’s league! What a blast! These women became family to me! I ate my first Hamantash there! All are precious to me but Leah more so. She bowled until her feet wouldn’t let her & her grief for Leroy slowed her. We still talked & shared funny memes on our phones. Unfortunately, I had to move to Wisconsin in 2019 & said my last “I love you” and hug to Leah & the “girls” at the JWI luncheon. I was heartbroken but Leah & I kept in touch via Facebook & Words with Friends. Her comments on my posts were always loving & warm with “Say hello to your lovely family.” Because of those 2 seniors who bowled next to me & Andy, I will forever love all I met through them, especially my First Contact, Leah! Shalom shalom, my friend! ❤️ Margie

~Margie Lowry
~Friend, Racine, Wisconsin

April 20th, 2023

I am sending a huge hug. Your mother always had a smile every time I saw her on Friday nights. It always made me feel special.
Thank you for sharing such an amazing person.

~Daniel Olsson
~Friend of Gary – Bowler, Chicago

April 20th, 2023

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I only knew her through the wonderful things Gary always told me about her and his devotion and love for her and his father and sisters. Your family is a testament to what a wonderful mother she was. Sending my love to you Gar and the family.

~Nancy Hennigan
~Friend of Gary Liss, Oak Lawn

April 20th, 2023

May she rest in peace? It sounds like she lived a good and long life with many blessed memories.
My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.

~Bill Morrison
~Friend to Norm and Judy Mindel, BATAVIA IL

April 20th, 2023

Dear Gary .
My deepest condolences upon your Dear Mother Leah passing . I only met your Mother once at the bowling alley ,, her smile brightened the room , her enthusiasm bigger than life , her son was close by . Leigh touched me , . May she rest in peace .

~Veronique Sigre
~Friend, Chicago , illinois

April 20th, 2023

Seeing her each week was a highlight of the night. She would always say “how are you dear” . I always felt I had love on the lanes when i would turn around and she was cheering for me as much as she watched.

~Keith Butler
~Bowling Family, Chicago

April 20th, 2023

To my dear friend Gary & Family,
Our deepest sympathy. Hoping each loving memory will soften the grief you feel now. Do know that your Mother’s legacy will live on through all of you! Forever Loved and Remembered!

Miriam, Dave, Elena & Charlie Harrie

~Miriam Jordan-Harrie
~Friend of Gary Liss, Carmel, Indiana

April 20th, 2023

May she rest in peace.

~Mark McKenna
~Passing through the bowling alley seeing her., Chicago, Illinois

April 20th, 2023

Gary, our deepest condolences.. It was so lovely, both ways, for a mother to support her son and a son to bring joy to his mother. We will miss seeing her during the bowling nights and wish you and your family peace and love during this difficult time. Aitor

~Aitor Mendoza
~Fellow Bowler – Team 24, Chicago, Illinois, United States

April 20th, 2023

A very pleasant. friendly, smiling lady. Down to earth and welcoming.

~Mark J Bacharach
~Friend of Gary., Chicago

April 20th, 2023

Leah was a shining light…always. Radiant smile and contagious laugh; always encouraging others and making everyone feel loved. Our family has been lessened by her loss.

May her memory always be a comfort.

~Ken Berger
~Cousin, Troy, ID

April 20th, 2023

I was saddened to hear of the passing of my wonderful neighbor 2 doors north, Leah Liss , chaya Leah bat fagel a”h. Her kind and friendly demeanor made her beloved by all of us on ridgeway. I always appreciated her compliments to me about my kids, and her gentle smile. May her memory be a blessing.
Sincerely udi gruman and family at 6239 ridgeway.

~Udi gruman
~Neighbor, Chicago Illinois