Photo courtesy of Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services
Michigan City, Indiana
David Lee Kabat, 72, passed away peacefully on Dec. 29, 2018. He was born on July 6, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, to parents Leo and Eleanor (DeTrana) Kabat.
David is lovingly remembered by his wife, Leslie, and their children, Lindsey (Larry) Montgomery, Jonathan (Jenny), Allie and Jessie; and his four cherished grandchildren, Taylor, Anabelle, Emma and Bodin. He is also survived by his mother, Eleanor; sister, Betty Ann (Tim) Shanley; numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends. David was predeceased by his father, Leo and sister, Mary Ellen Barron.
David attended high school at Loyola Academy before earning degrees from the University of Notre Dame and Notre Dame Law School, where he made many lifelong friends. As he began his law career, David also served in the Army Reserves for six years during the Vietnam era. Among other things, David was admired for his humility, honesty, work ethic, and unwavering commitment to his loved ones. David focused his legal career on construction law, commercial real estate law, and banking law, with noted skills in contract negotiation and litigation. He achieved an AV® Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, in which peers rank a lawyer at the highest level of professional experience.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 2, at 11 a.m. CST / 12:00 EST at St. Mary of the Lake Parish, 718 W. Buffalo Ave., New Buffalo, MI 49117.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of David may be made to Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer, where he volunteered his support to others for many years: https://www.spohnc.org/donate-to-spohnc/.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation services, located at 613 Washington St. Michigan City IN 46360.
To sign guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com. (219) 874-4214.
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Met Dave when we join AOH of Michigan City chapter.He was outgoing happy and a big White Sox like myself. Loved talking to him, had no idea of his background , just an honest friendly guy. Ill miss brother.
Jack Lydon
January 12, 2019
Greatly sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was someone who defined the privilege of living in Hinsdale, IL, for me - friendly, classy, knowledgeable, generous, reliable, and a model for living a quality, productive life when confronted with challenges, opportunities, the unexpected. He was a rock, always putting family and community first, and doing it with a kind of easy glow that was irresistible. My encounters with him were in volunteer roles, such as the Hinsdale Caucus, where he was...
Bob Saigh
January 10, 2019 | Phoenix, AZ | Friend
I met David when he was undergoing chemotherapy. He always had a positive attitude, as did his family. He never became his illness. You can tell the he loved life. It was my privilege to be his oncology nurse. I know that his family will miss him. Sending you my deepest sympathy. Pat Murray
Patrica Murray
January 07, 2019 | Friend
I was very sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I worked with Dave at Tressler. He was great lawyer and a great guy.
Steve Grossmark
January 04, 2019 | Evanston, IL | Coworker
Leslie, sorry to hear about Dave.He was student manager of N D baseball and a super nice guy.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dick Licini
January 04, 2019 | Granger, IN | Classmate
So sorry for you Leslie, and your whole family. Will always hold on to the many great memories of my times with Dave.
Chuck Kelsey
January 03, 2019 | Glastonbury, CT | Classmate
I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He was an amazing man and a bright spot in the day at work. He will be sorely missed.
Nora Baker
January 02, 2019 | Chicago, IL | Coworker
On behalf of the entire Ledcor family, my sincerest condolences to the Kabat family. We were lucky to have Dave representing us, and I was even luckier to be able to call him a friend.
Tom Lofaro
January 02, 2019 | San Diego, CA | Friend
Leslie, so sorry to hear about your loss of Dave. What a great guy and Notre Dame loyalist. I remember when we hired him at Tressler and spent many great years with him. I called our miracle man after he beat throat cancer. Memories are forever, Pat Maloney
Patrick Maloney
January 02, 2019 | Lake Geneva, WI | Coworker
