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David Lerner Obituary

Lerner, David Lee May 31, 1964 – Apr 11, 2010, passed away in Omaha, NE of metastatic prostate cancer. David was born in Chicago, IL and resided there until 2009 when he and his wife, Stacy, moved to Omaha, NE. Preceded in death by his father, Louis Lerner. Survived by his wife, Stacy Lerner (Bauer) of Omaha, NE, his mother, Jean Lerner of Janesville, WI, his in-laws, Lyle and Freda Bauer of Omaha, his brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Allison Bauer of Sugar Land, TX, his sister-in-law, Leah Bauer of Omaha, NE, two nieces and two nephews, Meredith, Elise, Trevor, and Tristan, seven aunts and uncles of the Janesville/Beloit, WI area and several cousins. An outdoor Memorial Service, "A Walk with David," will be held at a private residence located at 828 S. 182 St., Elkhorn, NE, at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2010. All are welcome. During the service friends are invited to share a memory of David or a meaningful passage. Additional memorial services will be held in Chicago, IL and Janesville, WI at a later date yet to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The David L. Lerner Memorial Fund.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 14, 2010.

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Morgan Whittier

April 19, 2010

I attended Kenyon College with Dave and reconnected via email in recent years. I am saddened by his death, yet encouraged that he found a caring and loving partner in Stacy in his last few years. I have fond memories of Dave with intra-mural football, hard fought tennis matches, and pitchers of beer.

Sheila Gunby

April 16, 2010

David and I worked together at MasterCard several years ago and managed to stay in touch for several years after he left MasterCard. I regret that we lost touch over the past few years. However, I will always remember David as a wonderful, kind, caring human being. Stacy, I did not have the privilege of meeting you, but am certain you are wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Until you and David meet again, God be with you.

April 16, 2010

We remember you David! Our thoughts are with you, with Stacy, and with all who cared about you and learned from you. Amy Levin and Robert Horowitz

Brian Eaton

April 16, 2010

David's co-workers from his years at Ameritech (1990's) are saddened to hear of David's passing. Many thoughts and prayers are with David's family during this difficult time. David was a true leader and a man that lived his live with a keen sense of purpose and direction. I feel blessed to have known him - even if for only a such a brief period of time.

Donnah Jones

April 15, 2010

Stacy,
I am so sorry for your loss. David "fought the good fight" with courage and determination. We still have much work to do here at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. I feel that my life is richer having known and cared for David.

Nick Ksenich

April 14, 2010

My deepest sympathy to all of David's family. We attended Kenyon College together, and David was always kind and friendly to me. My wife and I were grateful to have him attend our wedding. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Ilyce Glink

April 14, 2010

I've known David since I entered Latin School in sixth grade - more years ago than I care to count. He was always kind and compassionate, smart and a good friend. We shared a lot of happy times in those early years. Great memories. He will be missed.

Jill Norman

April 14, 2010

David was a great man. I was lucky to have married into such a great family and feel very blessed to have known him. He will be very missed by everyone who knew him.

Amy Beuthel Hastings

April 14, 2010

Stacey,
David was a remarkable man! I feel so blessed to consider him part of my extended family. He showed amazing strength and determination and the memories I have are treasured.
May God's loving hand reach out and comfort you and all of the Bauers/Lerners at this time.
All my love, Amy

Susan Reutter

April 13, 2010

Stacy and Family,
You have all been a treasured part of my life. Thank you! We had very limited time with David, but it was well spent, with many laughs. We have always cherished his part of your lives for you. God Blessed everyone with him.
Love you and see you soon.

Leah Bauer

April 13, 2010

David lived a full and wonderful life and is an inspiration to us all. My favorite brother-in-law! He will be remembered and is already missed.

Keith Daniels

April 12, 2010

I am so saddened by the loss of David. However, the strength he showed us in his fight until the end is an inspiration to all of us. Kathy and I will always share stories of David with Evan and Isabella from now on. We will never forget. Love, Keith

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