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Roy Leilich Obituary
Roy Edgar Leilich, 85 of Gainesville, died Sunday, April 19, 2009.
Dr. Leilich was born in New Athens, Illinois. He received his Bachelors degree in Education from Southern Illinois University, his Masters degree in Education from the University of Illinois and his Doctorate in Education degree from Indiana University. Dr. Leilich served as a Professor and Administrator in the College of Physical Education, Health and Recreation at the University of Florida for 42 years. He served as President of the Florida Recreation and Parks Association from 1961-62. Dr. Leilich completed 30 years of reserve and active duty in the United States Army and served as an officer in World War II. He was an active member of First Baptist Church in Gainesville, Florida for over 50 years, having taught Sunday School in the youth and college departments and as a member of the Chancel Choir.
Dr. Leilich was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Avis Rae Leilich and is survived by his sons Phillip Kevin and Douglas Scott Leilich of Gainesville, Florida and Steven Kent Leilich of Ocala, Florida.
Memorial Services for Dr. Leilich will be held at First Baptist Church on May 30, 2009 at 11:00AM with the Reverend Lynwood Walters officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sheila Felder
May 29, 2009
Dr.Leilich added charater to a room. His presence was known. May God continue to bless his family at this time. His love for books will remain in all hearts who knew him. I enjoyed being his nurse at the VA Medical Center.
Erika Ferguson
May 28, 2009
May God continue to bless,and keep your family at this sad hour. I had the pleasure of taking care of Dr. Leilich at the V.A. Hospital. He was such an inspiration, he had a great love for reading. I found in him a genuine man who loved his family,and one who lived his life to the fullest.
Patrick Patterson
May 26, 2009
I had heard of Dr. Leilich when my Dad had his class at UF, and then I had the honor of learning from him as well. Thanks to Dr. Leilich for giving me a hand in a career that I truly love today, and my deepest sympathies to the family left behind.
VA Staff Memeber
May 26, 2009
I did get the chance to meet Dr.Leilich he was such a sweet person. I will always remember & miss him. May God be with each of you & help you make it through.
Paula Sanders-Pringle
May 26, 2009
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
May the Leilich Family find confort in knowing that their father was loved by many!
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