Leslie Haas

I'm sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. I haven't seen her for many years, but she is the one who hired me at the Marriott Library, where I still work. My condolences to the family.

Our love of books brought Leslie and I together when she was in high school and we worked together at the Paperback Place. I enjoyed all the times we got together over the last 40+ years, particularly our visit in January 2020 when my husband and I got to see her in Georgia. She will remain in a very special place in my heart.

Although we only knew Leslie for a short time, we were excited about her hire at Fort Hays State University, in Hays, KS. We could tell she was passionate about higher education and working to find new resources to provide our students in their college journey. We know she would have brought insightful ideas and suggestions, as we embark on the process of renovating or building a new library. Our hearts are broken and we are keeping the Haas family in our constant prayers.

I only knew Leslie a short time, but she is greatly missed by her library colleagues. She was working on some great things with us at Fort Hays State University, Forsyth Library and I am sad she will not be with us as we continue that work. I hope we can make you proud. Rest in peace Leslie.