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Michael Leider Obituary

Michael J. Leider Jr., age 54, after a painful battle with cancer, passed away on May 24, 2015. He was born in Bloomington, IL, raised in Deerfield and lived in Lake Bluff for most of his adult life. Michael was the oldest son of Jim & Peggy Leider and will be missed greatly by his extended family. He is preceded in death by his mother Peggy and survived by his children, Michael and Colleen, and his father Jim, former wife Caroline, his brother Mark (Kathryn) and sisters Mary (Mike) Barss and Meg (Mark) Kreuter as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He devoted his life and love to his children and career. Michael was a lover of the outdoors and animals. A real nature aficionado, he was often found outside working in his garden or building a great bonfire. Music, camping, hiking, skiing & canoeing were among some of his favorite activities. Donations in his name may be made to your favorite charity or to the Chicago Botanic Gardens in Glencoe, Illinois. Visitation will be held this Saturday, May 30, 2015 from 3:00-6:00 pm at Wenban Funeral Home, 320 Vine Ave, Lake Forest. Info: Wenban Funeral Home, 847-234-0022 or [email protected]

Published by Chicago Tribune from May 27 to May 28, 2015.
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Colleen and Michael, I just learned of your Dad's struggle and passing. My heart aches for your loss, and also for all the friends he had all over the North Shore. Please know that I am praying for God to ease your and your family's pain, and to strengthen your hearts in the days ahead. Hugs and purrs are the best medicines in the world. Laura Grimshaw

June 10, 2015

Mr & Mrs Leider and family,
I was very sad to hear of the passing of Mike. Although I had only met him a couple times, our flower & plant passion crossed many times. He left us way too early but he will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Leider Family.
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Bill Welter

June 8, 2015

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during these difficult times.

Matthew Pollak and Alice Hall

May 30, 2015

Jim & family,

Corina and I are so sorry to learn of Michael's passing. You can be sure that you and your family are in our thoughts, masses, and prayers during this difficult time.

John Fitzpatrick LA'56

May 28, 2015

Mike was great to work with and talk to . He had a great heart . A great loss for everyone. My condolences to his Family.

May 28, 2015

I went to Deerfield High School with Mike and am very sorry to here about his passing. I remember him as a very sweet person with kind eyes and a good heart. My thoughts are with his family.

With Sympathy,
Susie Leopold

Susan Leopold

May 28, 2015

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Wenban Funeral Home, Ltd.

320 Vine Avenue, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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