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Leonard BIERER Obituary

On July 3, 2018, Leonard Bierer, age 76, passed away surrounded by his loved ones. Len was born in Chicago, IL, to the late Phyllis Scott and Henry Bierer, as the eldest of three children. From the beginning of his life, Len was a talker, and his legacy will continue through the stories he shared with all who had the honor of listening. He served as a member of the United States Air Force as a Cryptologic Linguist, stationed in Crete, Greece. When he returned from service, Len enrolled at Loyola University Chicago, and began his life-long career as a banker, with a long tenure at Glenview State Bank in Illinois. In 1980, he married the love of his life, Sue Kendall, and moved to Wellington, FL, where he became enamored with the equestrian world and the surrounding community from watching competitions to playing polo. He became an Officer at Sun Trust. His infectious laugh, loving personality and unparalleled professionalism continue to fill the hearts of all who knew him. An avid reader, Len was a regular at the Wellington Library, and could always be found with a new book in hand. His favorite pastimes included completing the crossword puzzles and Sudoku in pen from a variety of periodicals, watching the Winter Equestrian Festival competitions, traveling the world with his wife and friends, as well as walking his dog Gracie, and visiting the local dog park where he recounted stories of his adventures from his past and his amazing travels for all to hear. Len was a wonderful husband, admired by all in his dedication to his marriage, home and life, and is survived by his beloved wife Sue Bierer, and their daughter Kendall and son-in-law Christopher Wendel. He was a proud father of two from his first marriage with Kathleen Jellen; Tiffany Bierer and Debra Leatherman, spouse Wesley, as well as a loving grandfather to their three children Garett, Troy and Max. Len's brother and sister, Glenn Bierer and Sandra Whitman, also mourn the loss of their big brother. A Memorial Service will be held in Len's honor on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 10:00AM at the Holy Spirit Episcopal Church located at 1003 Allendale Rd., West Palm Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brooke USA, a charity in honor of the equines that held Leonard's heart in Wellington. Please visit www.BrookeUSA.org.

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Published by Palm Beach Post on Jul. 8, 2018.

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Sue Bierer

July 2, 2025

This date marks 7 years now. I´m told it is supposed to get easier with time. It isn´t. Miss you every day!
Your loving wife

Sue Bierer

July 2, 2022

July 3, 2022 marks 4 years since you passed. I continue to morn losing you so soon. Not a day goes by when I don´t think of you. You would be so very enamored with our little granddaughter, Addison. We show her pictures of you often and she knows you are her grandpa in heaven. I miss you more than words can express. I love you my dear, sweet husband.

Jenifer Elmore

July 21, 2018

I have been so sad to follow news of Len's illness and his passing way too early. My heart goes out to my friends Sue and Kendall and everyone else who is grieving now.

Jim Tischler

July 18, 2018

I will miss Leonard's laugh, his stories and his 100 watt smile. Whenever he would stop in to talk I looked forward to his thoughtful wisdom and his adventurous nature. To family I am sorry for the anguish you are certainly enduring, I will miss him and have no words that would properly fill the void that he leaves behind.

July 16, 2018

Peter and I loved knowing you, Len and I will always remember the look on your face when you first saw Kendall in her wedding dress the day she married our son. Thank you for raising that wonderful young woman. We promise to love on her and Sue forever. Be at peace and we will see you again on the streets of gold. Love Bernice & Peter Carley

Mark Simmons

July 13, 2018

Leonard was a great man, always enjoyed his presence and conversations. Was an amazing, and dedicated husband and father. He will certainly be missed.

Amanda Miller Kelley

July 11, 2018

I am so sorry for your family's immense loss. Kendall, I only know him through your stories, but I know he was your hero-- and reading this, it's clear why! What a remarkable life. I am sending your family love, peace, and prayers during this difficult time.

Emily Marquez-Dulin

July 10, 2018

My heartfelt condolences. Len was an outstanding man and he has certainly left us too soon. He was one of the nicest people Ive known. I knew him as Kendalls dad and I must say that he always bragged about how wonderful she is. Kendall meant the world to him! I am truly sorry for your loss. There is not grieving message that can comfort you but know that wherever he is, hell always be watching over his family. He will stay with all of you forever.

Bonnie Kendall

July 9, 2018

I will never forget how Len welcomed me to the family with open arms. He was truly one of the good guys. He told the most amazing stories and I will miss him immensely. Hugs and prayers to Sue and Kendall.

Vincent Capodici

July 9, 2018

I am friends with your younger brother Glenn and I wanted to pay my respects and wish your family all the beat in these trying times !!

Gail Darling

July 9, 2018

What a loss to his friends, family and the Wellington community. My deep sympathy to Sue and their Kendall.

Gail Darling

July 9, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family. May the God of tender mercy comfort you at this sad time. Psalms 40:1

Ginny Vattiat

July 9, 2018

Sue & Kendall,
I am honored to have been a friend of your family for so many years. I will miss seeing Len whenever I visited you. He always had a warm welcome and a new book to tell me about. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that I am always here to support you.

Lynda

July 8, 2018

What an incredible honor I have experienced being a part of Len's Family, so much love and laughter, listening to amazing stories from such a brilliant Man, sharing history at a Fathers Day Table Surrounded by his loves. Watching him share his daughter with me, and Trust to Give Her Away to our Son. I will hold you closely in my heart, and promise to watch over your daughter and incredibly precious wife XXXOO

Sue Bierer

July 8, 2018

My dear sweet husband will live in my heart forever. I love you and miss you so very much!

Kathleen Jellen Russo

July 8, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Cassie Pecaro

July 8, 2018

My deepest sympathies go out to Sue, and the entire
family on the passing of Len. May God give you the strength to endure and the Peace to realize that Len is in complete serenity with Our Lord Jesus Christ.

July 8, 2018

Dear Sue,

It's been a long time, but you taught our children Mike, Jon, and Amy Levine at Wellington Elementary. Kendall, we used to see you when you came to visit your Mom after school. Please know how very sorry we are for your loss. It sounds like Len was a fascinating and devoted husband and father. He will be deeply missed, but we hope that fond memories will comfort you.

Warm Regards,

Jeff and Holly Levine

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