LESLIE-CRISS-Obituary

LESLIE CRISS

Tacoma, Washington

1952 - 2015

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Leslie James Criss Les was born May 13, 1952 in Tenawanda, NY to Olive and Warren Criss. He passed away on December 28, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents and older brother Richard. He is survived by his wife, Ella and his children Kristy and Eric, and brother Ronald Criss. Services will be...

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Les was a soft spoken, gentle soul that always had a kind smile and offered thoughtful words to me every time we happened upon each other in the neighborhood.
We were all shocked and saddened to learn of his untimely passing.
Thank you, Les, for reminding us how short life is and that ultimately it is kindness toward others that matters most, as you well represented!

There are no words that can describe how life is without you in it. Yet we carry on some how, holding you in our hearts.

Condolences to his family and all that loved Les for his genuine, soft nature and character. He always quietly affirmed his acceptance toward others; which was a powerful gift for me. I will always remember him as the epitome of patience and kindness. He remains with us in spirit, here in the neighborhood.

It's been quite some time since I have seen les, we all (us friends) kind of went our own way as we grew older but the "friendship" has and will always remain. Les was always kind hearted, I don't recall ever hearing him yell. I now and again reflect on how he taught Tina to spell her name. He would see her and say hi T-I-N-A (spelling it out) she caught on rather Quickly. He loved reflecting and telling the stories of the "good times" and adventures he had through the years with all he...

It's been quite some time since I have seen les, we all (us friends) kind of went our own way as we grew older but the "friendship" has and will always remain. Les was always kind hearted, I don't recall ever hearing him yell. I now and again reflect on how he taught Tina to spell her name. He would see her and say hi T-I-N-A (spelling it out) she caught on rather Quickly. He loved reflecting and telling the stories of the "good times" and adventures he had through the years with all he...

God promises power to the tired one, and full might to those lacking strength (Isaiah 40:29). Please take courage in these words. Sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear about the passing of my brother-in-law Les. He will be missed.