Leo Smith Obituary

To the Smith Family-



I worked at the Park Ridge Library for about 10 years from 1987-1996, and I always looked forward to Leo's visits. He usually had a companion with him, a young man who was from a group home in Evanston, I believe. Leo was so lovely with that young man as he took the time to help him look at books and other information at the library. Leo loved his family so much and shared with great pride about his wife and children. I am glad to have known him. Sending my sympathy to each of you-



Melissa Werner

Dear Leo, Heather, and Family,



We were sorry that we could not attend the visitation and offer our condolences in person. Please know that Leo's father and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



With our deepest sympathies,

Helen Kim and Mark Page

Leo,

Sorry to hear you lost your dad. I wish I had heard in time to attend the wake.



He was a very nice man (maybe too nice, considering all of the things you and I and Kitch got away with!). He'll be missed.

John Sopata

Dear Smith Family,

I have wonderful memories of visiting your home as a child (often with my brother John, friend of Leo). Your home was always warm and welcoming and comfortable. Even at an early age, the Smith children exhibited the intelligence, grace and wit of their parents! Reading about Mr. Smith I recalled working as a "Mikva Messenger" alongside the family and friends. Not to mention tandem rides and playing with Ginger the collie. My condolences to all of you, I hope that at this time of loss your hearts are warmed by fond memories of the past.

Sincerely,

Lisa Sopata Brogan

Mr Smith was such a kind and gentle man. Memories of growing up with Maureen always puts a smile on my face. I can still picture him starting the station wagon with his left hand. Maureen, you and your family are in my prayers.

God Bless,

Maria

Please accept our sincere condolences.You are all

in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Mrs. Smith, Maureen & Family,

I LOVED your dad! He was one of the sweetest, gentlest men I have ever known. I have so many fond memories of growing up and him being a presence in all our lives. As the obituary said -- that laugh! But it was also the smile and the eyes that went with it. And, Maureen, I'll never forget all the times he told me...Maureen is in the bath. My love to you all. M.E.

Leo,



Your dad was always a gentleman and a wry wit. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dear Leo, Heather and the entire family -- I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Dad sounds like he was a great guy. I know that words offer little solace at a time like this, but know that you and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of friends, near and far. With sympathy, Mike

Dear Cousins,

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of dear Leo. I remember a kind and gentle man with a warm smile. It was wonderful seeing him (and Rita) couple years ago when my sister and I were in Chicago. I know he will be missed.

My own parents (Joe and Bridget Gleason) were very fond of him as well.

Now, it is time for him to enjoy his heavenly reward. Blessings, Peace and Love to all of you.

Your cousins,

Patricia (Gleason), Dan, Eileen and Tierney Heilman

I met Leo many years ago when he was working at the Commercial Law League fo America. Leo was truly a gentleman, a scholar and very nice man. My prayers are with you.

Dear Rita and family,

We were so sorry to hear of Leo's passing. My father considered Leo his closest and oldest friend.

Sincerely, Dan and Cindy Ward

(Son of Harold and Miriam Ward)

Dear Leo, Heather, Ryan and family,



We are thinking of you at this time of passing and hope that we can learn more about your dad's life in the near future. He must have been a great man to have nurtured a family like yours.

We will keep the family in our prayers at this time.

We were so sorry to hear of Leo's passing. Your family is in our prayers.

Dear Kathy and Caesar:



Frank and I wish to express our sympathies to you and your family in the loss of Kathy's father. Having known Kathy these 4 years, we are sure it was most certainly a wonderful man who raised her. God cradle you and your family in the palm of His hand during this time.



Fondly,



Trev and Frank

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of such a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. I'm sure he is resting in peace with my parents, the late Michael "Joe" and Bridget Gleason and with Our Lord. May God bless his family at this sad time.

Our deepest sympathy, Leo was such a good and loyal friend to my father.

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.