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Scores of lacrosse players, old and young, came to David R. Leistman's memorial Mass in Garden City, on Long Island, on Sept. 22. Many were in their early 40's. They had played with Mr. Leistman in high school and at Adelphi University, where he was an all- American midfielder who helped the team win national championships in 1979 and 1981.
Many others, both boys and girls, were teenagers and younger. Mr. Leistman, 43, had coached them over the last 10 years in Garden City.
"More than skills, he taught love of the game and the values of competition, team work and sportsmanship," said Dennis Barry, the director of the Garden City Rams Lacrosse program. "Winning was not the only thing."
Besides achieving stardom at Adelphi, Mr. Leistman, a bond trader and partner at Cantor Fitzgerald, met his wife, Maryclair, there. They married in 1983 and had two children, Brian, 13, and Katie, 12.
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Pat Early
September 11, 2016
Remembering you on this 15 th Anniversary of 9/11, you are in our thoughts and prayers!(I have a bracelet memorial!)
Tom
September 10, 2016
David, 15 years have passed, but you will never be forgotten. To your family, hold onto your wonderful memories. Feel David with you .. Share with him. With much regards.
S j. Friscia III
May 6, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Chris Czajkowski
September 11, 2013
I remember Dave as we played together as little kids. We grew up around the corner from each other. We will miss him always.
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September 11, 2012
I remember the great times we had playing LAX at Adelphi with Dave. He was a great player and a tremendous asset to the 1979 Championship team.
God Bess you Dave. We also lost Ron Klepher (a Panther lax bro & NYPD) that day too...
Peace
Gerity #3
AU 1980
September 11, 2012
Remembering a great childhood friend today. God bless you David and your family.
Lou Buschi
September 12, 2011
To a best friend and brother.
As the years passed and our lives evolved, we may have seen each other less, but in the back of my mind, you were always still "there." It pains me to think that you are gone. I can honestly say that I think of you everyday. I miss you bro and I will always love ya.
P Tabbernor
December 6, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
October 30, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Keith & Gina Mauney
September 11, 2002
For the last year, I have been praying to God that David made it out of the towers. I haven't been able to accept his death until now. I share deeply in your loss. I loved David like a brother and I have missed him terribly. May God Bless and keep you guys. If you and the family are ever in Charlotte, please stay with us.
Keith Mauney
Jenna Burrow
September 10, 2002
To the Leistman Family,
I did not have the pleasure of knowing David, but I have the honor of remembering him in prayer daily. I received my Mercy Band, bearing his name and I believe it's no accident, as my husband is also named David. I am thinking of you today, and everyday and asking God to bless your lives.
In His Name,
Jenna
Courtney Aberman
June 1, 2002
I never met Mr. Leistman, but I only heard wonderful things about him. I am a friend of Katie's at school, and one day during lunch, Katie sang me the song Mr. Leistman used to sing to her when she was little. I tried to hold back tears long enough to get to the bathroom. Septemeber 11, was a hard time for everyone and to the Leistman family I send you all of God's blessings. May you rest in peace Mr. Leistman.
Angie Campbell
May 3, 2002
May God Bless you and keep you always.
February 21, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL GENTLE MAN DAVID RALPH LEISTMAN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE..CHILDREN..FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 09/11/01..MAY GOD AND THE BIBICAL DAVID GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 25, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of David. May his enjoyment of lacrosse, his life and love live on in all who love him. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Thomas Kiernan
October 30, 2001
To David's Family: I grew up with Dave in Stewart Manor, NY, where we went to elementary, junior and high schools together. Competitive, intelligent and a stand-up guy....I'm so sorry for your loss. I offer my prayers.
Thomas Kiernan
Cheryl Bonaparte
September 28, 2001
David,
I met you during the time I worked for Cantor Fitgerald as a temporary consultant.......! I wish you peace and love as your memories will eternally live with many....!
God Bless You!!!!
Barbara Bolin
September 24, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
DAVID MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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