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LEIFERT JR. , Donald L. On Saturday, October 23, 2010, Donald L. Leifert Jr ., beloved father of Elizabeth Leifert, passed in his sleep at his home. He was the loving son of Donald L. Sr. and Dolores J. Leifert; brother of Cheryl J. Young; and uncle of Lauren M. Young. Don was a teacher at Towson High School.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 1:00 PM at Grace Fellowship Church, 9505 Deereco Rd., Timonium, MD 21093, 410-561-8424. Memorial scholarship contributions, in Don's name, may be made to Towson High School, 69 Cedar Avenue, Towson, MD 21204. For further information please go to www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Oct. 26, 2010.

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scott marshall

December 2, 2010

To DonL: Thanks for signing my movie cover "FIEND" and also helping my student Jamie during my school days at Towson HIGH School. You will be miss by me and others who knew you as a great teacher and movie actor...Good by

Bryan Fedor

November 22, 2010

Don Leifert was, and will always be, memorable. A great and engaging teacher with warmth and compassion is unique - but Don offered us so much more. His humanity, sense of humor, and zeal were a prominent part of my education both as a student and as a human being.

For that, I thank him and all those that love and cherish him for keeping his memory alive.

October 31, 2010

Dear Leifert Family,
We regret the loss of your son, father and uncle.

We will remember Donald Leifert Jr. as a significant influence in our son's life. He encouraged Frankie to develop characters and his own character in two years of Theater at Towson High. In addition, Frankie cut his hair for a role in a play and prefers this look, today!

Sincerely.

Mike and Diane Daniels

Larry Schwartz

October 29, 2010

I met Don at Towson University in the Theater Department back in 1974- he immediately befriended me and kept me laughing all the years I knew him- I reconnected with Don this summer and we planned to get together this fall- Don would say that was bad timing, I suppose- I can hardly believe his larger-than-life personality is no longer with us- even after not seeing him these past many years, he is missed greatly- my thoughts are with his daughter and family- be consoled that Don made a huge impact on many, many lives-all the best

Joseph Gibison

October 28, 2010

I had Mr. Liefert for 11th grade English at Carver Center A&T. His humor was contagious. He was instumental in improving my writing skills, a lesson and a teacher that I fondly remember.

Theresa Fraley

October 28, 2010

Two of my daughters attend Towson and knew Mr. Leifert. I am sorry for your loss. I am glad that my one daughter was able to be taught by him. He had given m daughter and her friend their nicknames of "Frick" and "Frack" which let me know that he had a wonderful sense of humor. I wish nothing but ease through this hard time for your family. I know my daughters will miss him. Fraley / Gillespie Family

October 28, 2010

Dear Family of Don,
I had the pleasure of Don's wit, wisdom and wonder of all things dramatic as we attended the same pool. He'd entertain us all with his array of stories, jokes and the latest book and movie we should invest in...
He loved his students, family and life. Elizabeth was his Masterpiece and his love for her will spotlight her for all her years. He always lit up when she was the topic and he included her in every conversation. He was the proudest Dad ever. Don will be sorely missed. My prayers will continue for the family as time moves on.

Donna M.Parault

October 28, 2010

Dear Family of Don,
I had the pleasure of Don's wit, wisdom and wonder of all things dramatic as we attended the same pool. He'd entertain us all with his array of stories, jokes and the latest book and movie we should invest in...
He loved his students, family and life. Elizabeth was his masterpiece and his love for her will spotlight her for all her years. He was the proudest Dad ever.
He will be missed.
Donna M.Parault

Tiffany Mowry

October 27, 2010

I went to Carver Center for Arts and Technology while Mr Leifert taught there. He was a good teacher that gave me the chance to be an 80 year old woman in a show. He always gave newbies a chance which was something that I always thought highly of him for. Something that I remember about him is that he always had a story to share about his little girl (since it has been more than 10 years, I'm sure she is now a young lady). Elizabeth, your father was so proud of you and talked about you always to his students. - Tiffany Mowry (Krysztofiak)

michael applegate

October 27, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing we spent many years together watching films and going to auctions and flea markets.my deepest regrets go out to all his family and friends.

Burkely Hermann

October 27, 2010

As a former student of Mr. Leifert, I respected him very much. I was very saddened when I heard of his death on Saturday. I thought he wasn't dead at first and refused to believe it, but with all the people, it was evident that he was dead. He was one of the best teachers I ever had and I wish those that knew him the best.

Sharon Sheffler

October 26, 2010

Don and Dolores, so sorry to hear about your son, Donald. We will have you all in our prayers. Please dear God, bless the family. Love Sharon & Ray

Matthew Cordner

October 26, 2010

Don was a major influence in my life - in theatre, school, and film. I don't know if he realized how many people he touched and inspired, but I know it's easily in the 1000s. Liz, your father loved you so much and I know he is so proud of you. Don, you will be missed.

Lee Dreyer

October 26, 2010

I worked with Don for a short time while I worked in the office at THS. He would eat on B Lunch while I photocopied. He always had the entire lunchroom in stitches. Our loss is heaven's gain.

Mary Ellen Cordner

October 26, 2010

Ms. Deloris, Mr. Don and my dear friend Elizabeth,
I so sorry about Mr. Donny!! He was like my uncle and loved spending time with all of you when I was younger!! You were like my second family!! Love you guys!! He was a great person who touched everyone's lives even if he just met them once!! I'm going to miss him much!! But he is up with my aunt Mary Ellen and my grandparents making them laugh!! <3

Lizz Kolodny

October 26, 2010

Don & I taught together in the English Dept. at Carver, so I saw 1st hand the positive impact he had on his students. He & my husband David share the same sense of humor ... Don called David his long-lost brother. We are both saddened by his death. Our thoughts are with Elizabeth & the rest of his family.

Susan Jackson

October 26, 2010

Mr. Leifert had a profound impact on my life. I had the pleasure of having him for both English & Journalism at Dundalk High. He truly was the first teacher to say that I had talent - it only takes one voice or one person to have confidence in you. He forever changed my life...I finally believed in something..me! He was a very special person. I am deeply saddened for his family - he was loved and will be missed by many.

Tiffany Robinson

October 26, 2010

Don was an extraordinary human being who touched many lives. I am so glad to have met him and to be able to call him a friend. Because of his sudden death I will now be framing the Breakfast at Tiffany's score he gave to me. That's just how special he was.

Sarah Dingle

October 26, 2010

Mr. and Mrs. Leifert, Cheryl and Elizabeth,
While it has been a very long time, our family still considers you good friends and I speak for all of us in sending our prayers and condolences to you. We are thinking of you. The world has lost a great man.

Bob Hoover

October 26, 2010

Dear Don and Delores, my thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying times. God Bless you and your family.

Mary Oppel

October 26, 2010

I also had the pleasure of having Mr Leiftert as a teacher at Dundalk High School. He was a great guy and will surely be missed. To his daughter, family, and friends I am very sorry.

Mary (Pfeifer) Oppel

October 26, 2010

Mr. Leifert taught at Carver Center for the Arts when I was a student there. I was luckily to have known him and unbelievably lucky to have learned from him. My thoughts and prayers are with those whose lives he touched - in a sense, everyone he met.

April Goldring

October 26, 2010

To the Leifert Family - My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to each of you. Don was such a wonderful spirited person and he will surely be missed. He would sing to me each month since my name is April and it was such a treat. I will miss him very much. God bless you all. Don "it's April in October" Love you ~ Your friend, April

Gin Meredith

October 26, 2010

To my TOWSON HIGH FAMILY~ This is a great loss for all who knew Donny! WOW~ Such a charismatic person. He will be missed by many. ~RIP DON LEIFERT~ cause much "DRAMA" in heaven big guy!!
Virginia Walker Meredith

Jeanette Roberts

October 26, 2010

Elizabeth, Dolores & Don,
May you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Don will be missed. Jan, Charlie & Katie

Denise Murphy

October 26, 2010

Don's zest for life and uncanny ability to reach out to teens and empower lives will never be forgotten. My sincerest sympathy to his family.

Denise Tonson

October 26, 2010

A sad loss for the world ... Son, Dad, Friend, Teacher, Actor, Collector .. :(

Elizabeth, Momma Leifert and Mr. Leifert ... my most heartfelt condolences to you during this time.

Denise (Davis) Tonson

Joanne Blinke

October 26, 2010

Dear Don & Delores and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. May it bring you comfort to know that he touched so many lives and left a legacy of friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love and sympathy.

Kathy Cordner

October 26, 2010

Donny made an impression on me and my family!!! I grew up with his sister, Cheryl, on Belmar Avenue when we were small and Donny always put on shows and made us laugh!!!!! Later he taught my son, Matthew, at Carver and while at functions at the school would tell everyone that my husband, Bryant looked like Joe Pesi!!! Then my daughter, Mary Ellen, would spend time with his daughter on weekends when she was at his parents house. So I have gone full circle with his family and will always feel a hole in my heart for Donny!!!!!!

Albert, Claudia, Travis and Tanner Blaize

October 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Suzanne Toft

October 26, 2010

Don, better known as Mr. Leifert was an awesome teacher and human being. I know this because his was my 10th grade english teacher back in 83 at Dundalk High School. My heart goes out to his family . Especially his daughter. I would see him from time to time through the years and he had nothing but pride and great things to say about you. Please let us know about any arrangements for a memorial.Thank you Suzanne Toft (Nagel).

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