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Leonard Lappe

Skokie, Illinois

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Leonard Lappe, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon, January 9, 2020. Loving husband of 66 years to Gloria, devoted father of Fred (Marla) Lappe, Dr. Murray Lappe, Barbara (Jonathan) Minkus, and Rabbi Benay Lappe, dear brother of the late Elaine (Jack) Jacobson and Jackie (Stanley)...

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You will remember me from Eureka! Antiques in Evanston, where you used to come--the three of you (your adorable dog included) plus sometimes--often separately-- Benay and Molly. I've just recently learned that Benay is behind this wonderful website I enjoy daily, and I've been trying to reach out to her but I have no idea if she has been getting my reach-outs! I had read this death notice when it was originally printed, but our long-ago relationship seemed too tenuous to relate to. Now,...

Being related to Benay makes this man great. Sending love to his family.

I know it has been years since we have been in touch, but my memories of you and Leonard are still very strong. In my mind, we are still happy kids. Sounds like you have a large support system in your family who will help you get through the tough days ahead. You have my deepest sympathy.
Lorraine

So sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

One of the most interesting people I ever met.

I met him 40 or so years ago I was a young police officer/PI and I asked him to teach me how to skip trace I did not know at the time,he would be
teaching me for 40 years.
I never asked him a question that he didn't have an answer for.
Always after he schooled me he would say,
want to hear an interesting story?
I never spoke to Leonard that he didn't have an update for me on the family.
I found out early Gloria was not...