Lesley Novich

Lesley Novich, age 75, of St. Louis Park, passed away on August 3, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Shirley Novich; and brother-in-law, Timothy Cooley. Survived by sisters, Marilyn Novich and Laurie (Lee) Kamman; nephew, Matthew Kamman; niece, Elizabeth "Betsy" Cooley; extended family and many, many friends from throughout her life. Lesley grew up initially on Minneapolis' North Side before the family moved to Golden Valley. A graduate of the University of Minnesota in Food Sciences, it wasn't long before her gift of connecting with people led her to a professional life in hospitality and marketing, first with Marriott Hotels and later a successful career in real estate. Lesley was passionate about her family and friends, especially her niece, Betsy, and her nephew, Matthew. She loved food, art, travel, and music. Those who knew her will miss her sense of style, intelligence, and dry wit. Funeral service 2:00 pm TUESDAY, August 5th at UNITED HEBREW BROTHERHOOD CHAPEL, 2605 W. 70 1/2 St., Richfield, and available on Zoom at www.hodroffs.com/LesleyNovich (link found below). Shiva 7:00 pm Tuesday at Temple of Aaron Synagogue, 616 S. Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to N.C. Little Memorial Hospice or Underdog Rescue.