Leo Arfer

I worked at a commercial bank. Leo was a customer and worked for photography by Fudge. He eventually worked on his own. He did my wedding photography. I still treasure those pictures that he photographed of my family. He was very gifted.

I met Leo when he leased studio space from us about 30 or so years ago. He was an interesting, honorable and memorable person.

We didn´t see each other very often but our photography careers sync´d up over a number of years. My specialty was people and Leo´s was furniture and I think architecture? Anyway we never competed with each other so we were able to be colleagues of sorts in a profession that was anything but collegial. Still, Leo rose above the fray and was a friend or mentor or just someone who would listen. He would be there for you. I can picture him with a big smile and laugh, an outsized character...

My thoughts are with all of you in this sad time.

I'm so sorry to hear of Leo´s passing. Condolences to his family. What a fun, big-hearted, talented man! I had the pleasure of working with Leo on photo shoots for my advertising clients for many years starting in the 80´s. Even after his retirement he dusted off the cameras and took on another project for me which I was grateful for. I always looked forward to being with him and was confident that he´d not only deliver exceptional work, but that I´d come away with a great memory. Rest...

To Leo's family, Please accept our blessings and prayers for Leo and all his family. We are so so sorry to hear of his passing. Joe and I were co-workers with Leo in the wedding photography industry. We found Leo to be a very affable person and enjoyed his and Kathy's company on numerous occasions over the years. Best wishes and blessings upon you all. Rickie and Joe Grimes

Leo was our neighbor for only a few short years. He and Patti moved here to the lake less then five years ago. They were happy newly weds looking forward to traveling and enjoying their retirement together. They did get a trip in to SE Asia before Leo´s health started to fail. He shared his photos with us afterwards. He was always very friendly and outgoing even when he was tired and in pain. Patti took care of him lovingly through his illnesses and was always by his side. Her love for him...

Leo was an amazing man. I met Leo nearly 40 years ago when I helped him design and build a photo studio for his business which was located near NE 6th and Hancock Street. That began our friendship! His late wife Kathy, my wife and I shared nights out including ski trips to Mt Bachelor. We had a blast! We hunted together and always enjoyed each other´s company. We stayed in contact over the years, often time by phone to share family stories. He loved his kids, Ethan and Hannah. He told me...