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Donald Leiby

1931 - 2024

Donald Leiby obituary, 1931-2024, Frederick, MD

BORN

1931

DIED

2024

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Donald Leiby Obituary

Donald "Don" Leiby, 92, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024. He was the loving husband of the late Barbara Leiby, who preceded him in death in 2018.

In 1961, Don and his business partner; Sam Main started and operated Frederick Glass Shop for many years.

Don enjoyed old vehicles and tractors. Most of all, Don loved spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his son, Larry (Gina), daughter, Cyndie (Bob), granddaughter, Lindsey, grandson, Travis, nephews, Steven and Stacy.

In addition to his wife, Donald was preceded in death by his sister; Shirley Crotzer.

Per his wishes there will be no services. Donald Leiby

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Published by The Frederick News-Post on Aug. 27, 2024.

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C.K. Smith

August 31, 2024

Did some business with Mr. Don for quite a few years. He was a good man, the best kind of guy and a true gentleman.

William J. Offutt Jr. & Lauralea Offutt

August 29, 2024

When I worked for Service Glass, and sold auto glass and home improvements, and as a member of the FSK Auto Club ; he was a good friend ,and competitor. May he Rests in Peace !

Jan Reynolds

August 29, 2024

Larry, Cyndie & Family

We are so sorry for your loss. My parents (Sally & Kermit Ramsburg) lived above your parents on Bells Lane & Don bought the house when Mom passed away. Knew him for a long time. Condolences to all of your family.

Jan & Dwight Reynolds

Ron and Ramona Miller

August 28, 2024

Larry, Cindy and family,
We want to extend our sincerest sympathy to you all. Family and friends were very important to Mr Leiby, as we know personally. We have lost a true friend, he was definitely one of the best !! We feel privileged to have known him and called him a friend. May he rest in peace, where he is again with "Mother."(We know how much he missed her) May God bless and comfort you all and give you peace.

JJ

August 28, 2024

Don believed in home and family, and he lived it.

charlie e. smith

August 27, 2024

Don was a wonderful man.

Dianna Main Rowland

August 27, 2024

So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Jim Ford

August 27, 2024

My sincere condolences to a great family. It was my fortune to to know Don through his business that dealt with the Frederick Trading Co back in the 60s and 70s. I became friends with Don and Sam while working at FTCo. May his family have great memories of a man who worked hard and treated everyone friendly. God bless you ! From one glass cutter to another! Jim Ford

Paul Summers

August 27, 2024

Paul Summers Jr and family.

Tyler & Brandi Umberger

August 27, 2024

So sad to hear, he was a great man/friend with a wealth of knowledge and good business man. Will miss sitting on the carport talking to him about tractors, his friends, family, cars and properties. I know he is happy to be reunited with his Barbara. My condolences to the family

Rick hassett

August 27, 2024

Condolences to our old friends from bell's lane.

Alan Neal jr

August 27, 2024

What a wonderful man he was. He was a friend of the family and he would go outta his way to help you if he could. You will be missed Don and take care of Barbara. My deepest condolences to Larry and the rest of the family.

John & Lisa Ward

August 27, 2024

Please accept our heartfelt sympathies. We are deeply saddened by your loss and will greatly miss Don's presence. He was an exemplary friend, and we will always treasure the memories we shared with him.

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