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LESLIE BLOOMENTHAL Obituary

Name: Funeral service for LESLIE BLOOMENTHAL
Start: 2015-09-08T14:00:00.000Z
Location: Levine Chapels

BLOOMENTHAL, Leslie "Les" Of Brookline, formerly of Sudbury, died peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at the age of 75, surrounded by loved ones. Husband of 49 years to his best friend Sharon Bloomenthal (Friezner). Loving father to daughter Marcy and son Andrew, father-in-law to Wendy Bloomenthal, grandfather to Clara, and big brother to Nowell, Robert and the late Bernard. A graduate of the Boston University Law School, Les was a passionate and dedicated Boston trial lawyer for more than 40 years. He had a rare gift for playing the piano by ear, often resulting in many joyous song sessions with friends. He loved traveling the world, both on and off the beaten path, and his enthusiasm for collecting giraffes earned him the nickname "Giraffe Man." A running, skiing, boating and fishing enthusiast, Les spent countless summers in Hull, where he delighted in cruising on his boat, the "Anne Evelyn," almost as much as he enjoyed cleaning it afterwards. His wry sense of humor, whimsical personality and zest for living attracted people of all kinds into his world. Funeral services will be held at Levine Chapel, 470 Harvard St., BROOKLINE, Tuesday, September 8 at 10am. Following the burial, memorial observance will be held at the Bloomenthal family home in Brookline from 1-4pm and 6-8pm, and on Wednesday from 1-4pm and 6-8pm. Donations in Les's memory may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305.

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 6 to Sep. 7, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for LESLIE BLOOMENTHAL

19 Entries

Theresa Payne

September 5, 2024

I just learned about his passing, 1 of the Best Atty´s , Downtown Boston He Helped My Son Robert , I Can Never Forget Get. He Also Assisted w Roberts Father. Thank You -Les Rest My Friend.

Mark Goldnan

September 27, 2020

I grew up in Hull as a year round kid, I knew all the Blumenthal‘d. Dr. Blumenthal was a kind hearted man. His lovely wife always had a pack of Oreo cookies for the Oreo Kid.
Les was a fun person, respected and a family man. I use to ride a bike for two, sailing on the kayak and catamaran.
I would keep an eye the beach house during the winter,
Noel was my brother was my best friend and we would laugh and tease Robert.
My life went to a Coast Guard and i left Hull forever. Les last seen me In 1975 and we sat down and just talked. He told me to always treat people with kindness.
My entire life I used his advice and I wish I could sit down and he would be proud.
After a 44 year career in law enforcement, am a father to 4 sons and one daughter. We ae grand parents to 6 boys and one girl. My beautiful wife is a retired Trauma RN and at 58 year’s old is a Red belt in martial arts and graduated top of her class.i am sad but I have been blessed to know the entire family.
Sharon, I wish you keep the happy memories and I’ll get to Massachusetts to get a loving hug and a few Oreo‘s!
Much love

Theresa Payne

August 25, 2018

I'm So Sorry about Atty Blumenthal,he was a Great Attorney. He Won my Son's Robert (4years old)Case without Hesitation. I thought from time to time about Les. PI met with one last Time ,in regards to Business.He said " There's I don't know that I will be in Practice any longer,in some sense he was saying Good Bye". It hurt me . I gave him a few Case's,now I understand what he Met. May you Rest in Eternal Life Atty Blumenthal Gdblss to the Family

Ray+Nancy Frieden

September 17, 2015

We are so sad to hear of Les's passing. Yet as i remember him , a big smile comes on my face. So funny ,talented and fresh. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time.

September 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort grant you peace at this difficult time.

Tiffany

September 14, 2015

My sincere condolences for your loss. It is always difficult to lose a love one. May you find solace in the wonderful memories shared. And may the God of all comfort give you peace during this most difficult time.(2 Cor.1:2-4)

September 10, 2015

Goodbye Les, you will always been in our hearts. We will miss you dearly.

September 9, 2015

TO THE BLOOMENTHAL FAMILY: It is with great sadness that I heard of the passing of Les. A Big Brother (Big Brother Association) to my brother and a very loyal friend to all. My family could not have asked for a nicer person in our time of need. He truly will be missed. Louise Berenson Chapman

Elaine tribble

September 8, 2015

Dear Sharon and Your Amazing Loving Family. I am sending each one of you of my deepest regards.Thank You for allowing me to be a part of your lives with Les. As a nurse for many years your family touched my life in so many ways.I witnessed the True meaning of Love. Sharon You are The Best of the Best.Then your family exemplified Les and You.I will forever keep you in my daily thoughts and prayers.Les did have the Best Smile and so Loved his family....take Care of each other.My Best to all of you....Elaine Tribble andFamily.

September 8, 2015

Sharon, Our deepest sympathies. I remember playing Ray Charles with Les in the basement on Chestnut St. in 1956. We hope you and your family find peace. Susan and I will always have fondest memories of good times in Nantasket.
Susan & Norman Jacobs

David and Susan Horwitz

September 8, 2015

Marcy and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Les.our thoughts and Prayers are with you
David and Susan Horwitz

Paula Young

September 8, 2015

Sharon, Marcy, Wendy & Andrew,
Our thoughts are with you. With much love to you all.
Paula, Michael & Chris

Barbara and Bob Corcoran

September 8, 2015

Sharon and family,
Bob and I were saddened to hear of Les' passing. Bob was sharing memories of his friendship with Les and their times at Spinnaker Island. Our sympathy is with you and your children.

Mel Kramer

September 8, 2015

Dear Family.
We were so shocked and sad to here this news.
I hope he was comfortable to the end.
We hope you are doing as well as possible.
He will be missed.Condolences to you all.
Joni and Mel Kramer

Burt & Ann Katz

September 7, 2015

Burt and Ann Katz send our condolences to all who loved Les.

September 7, 2015

May you find comfort from God

Larry Bloom

September 7, 2015

Les and I were contemporaries in the practice of law. While the law is by nature a very competitive environment, I have nothing but the fondest memories of Les, who did the best for his clients and the profession without displaying any unkindness or hostility. We don't have enough like him. My sympathies to the family.
Larry Bloom

September 6, 2015

Dear Sharon, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Les was an amazing man with a wonderful sense of humor and was so caring. May his memory be a blessing. Marilyn Smith

September 6, 2015

Les truly was a sweetheart. We shared so many fun times with him. May he rest in peace!

Love,

Ellen and Rich

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