Skokie, Illinois
Richard E. Leff, 53, beloved son of the late Sylvia and Bernard; dear brother of Bob (Katie) Leff; loving uncle of Jessica, Matthew and Marissa; cherished nephew of Beverly (the late Alvin) Wexstein and Barry (Fern) Katz; adored cousin of Lynn (Mike) Speiser, Carrie (Howard) Kacsh, Ellen (Bob)...
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I worked with Rich at the Shubert Theatre many moons ago. He kept us all entertained with his razor-sharp wit & endless talent. He is one of my most unforgettable characters in life & I will never forget him. I have been trying to find out where he was & am so sad to see that he has been gone many years. See you on the other side, Rich, perhaps in "Chickencharge" in the hereafter. BRAWWWK!
Kristi Kerr
May 13, 2019 | Friend
My memories of Rich are much larger than life - robust, keen, and oh so talented. It's been many years since I've seen him, but the impression he left on me is still so vivid. He is and will be impossible to forget.
Pam Gennusa
September 24, 2004
Bob and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I just heard about your brother's passing late last night when I got home from a trip. I remember you saying that your brother had been sick and in the hospital for a long time. Additionally, you mentioned that his life has been very tough. Based on the other comments in this guestbook, your brother arose above his physical problems to touch many people in a very positive way. Therefore, he was obviously a very strong and good person and...
Bill Treece
September 23, 2004 | Arlington Hts., IL
HOW COULD ANYONE FORGET MEETING LET ALONE ACTING OPPOSITE RICH LEFF...I CANNOT FORGET "LITTLE ME" DONE SO MANY YEARS AGO......I PLAYED HIS PARAMOUR AND WE SANG TOGETHER SO....... "HERE'S TO US MY DARLING, MY DEAR,HERE'S TO US TONIGHT." YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED.......JANICE
JANICE LADIK
September 22, 2004 | ORLAND PARK, IL
Bob, Kate, Jess, Matt, Marissa
So sorry to hear the news of your brother (uncle) passing away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.With love and support,
The Bleeker Family
Mary Bleeker
September 22, 2004 | Northbrook, IL
Rich at a "She Loves Me" rehearsal, 1978
September 22, 2004
Although having just recently meet Mr. Leff, it was quickly apparent to me what a special guy he was. His witty mind and great personality is how I will remember him. I hope to think that the furniture I helped him pick out at Crate and Barrel brightened his last few days. My thoughts go out to his family and friends...
Matthew Strom
September 21, 2004 | Chicago, IL
When I think of the shows I did with Rich, or that I saw him do, it's difficult to choose my favorite -- but I cherish the memories of him as Noble Eggleston (and all the great characters in Little Me), and as dear Mr. Maraczek coming into the shop for the Christmas Eve toast with the clerks in She Loves Me. Here's to you, Rich!
Roberta Stack
September 21, 2004 | Skokie, IL
I will always remember Rich and I have happy memories of when we all lived in the Summerdale condos. Rich's radiant smile brought instant sunshine on a gloomy day. I will always miss him.
Love, Mary
Mary V.
September 21, 2004 | Chicago, IL