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Miriam Leeper-Kende, 54 of Toledo Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2013, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Gary Indiana on November 27, 1958 to Hariette and Stanley Leeper, graduated from DeVilbiss High School in 1976 and attended the University of Toledo obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Commercial Arts. As a graphic designer and artist, she was involved with the art community in Toledo. She was a source of joy and laughter to her friends and family.
Surviving is her son, Isaac; husband, Ivan; brothers, Monte, Barry, and Aaron and their wives. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and friends. Miriam was preceded in death by her parents, Hariette and Stanley. She was an avid member of the Jewish community and regular member at Congregation B'nai Israel. She enjoyed many hobbies, from jewelry and painting to comedy.
Funeral services will be held at Congregation B'nai Israel 6525 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 5, 2013. Interment to follow at Beth Shalom Cemetery, Oregon. In lieu of flowers donations are suggested to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or Congregation B'nai Israel. Shiva will be observed at the Kende home after burial, and evening service will follow through Thursday.
Arrangements by Robert H. Wick/Wisniewski Funeral Home, 419-535-5840.
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Memories and Condolences
for Miriam Leeper-Kende
Julie Pollock (Abel)
February 16, 2013
Miriam was a school friend and I enjoyed her bursts of energy and laughter. I also remember her to have been true to her faith and have a strong love of her family. It sounds like you had a tough fight. Bless you Miriam.
Melanie Bailey Mills
February 16, 2013
So sorry to hear that Miriam is no longer with us. I remember her fondly from high school (esp. in art). She had a gift for leaving smiles in her wake.
Barry Leeper
February 13, 2013
Thank you everyone for your outpouring of love and sympathy for Miriam. She was always inspiring, upbeat and sincere, and she certainly knew how to make us laugh. Miriam believed that it was important to live life for the moment, and cherish each day. I am glad to know that Miriam brought a ray of sunshine into your lives...
Laurie Horwitz Cohen
February 10, 2013
I knew Miriam since she was a little girl growing up. We also worked together a few months on the Jewish News. She was a fun, talented, loving person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Paul Vassar
February 8, 2013
Dear Miriam, I have been deeply blessed to have known you, visited with you, breaking bread with you and sharing so many laughs. I will truly miss you, and always smile when I think of you-keep a light on for us all.
February 6, 2013
Dear Isaac and Evan!
Please accept our deepest condolences. Miriam will be missed tremendously!
Love, Irina Zaurov and my family
February 5, 2013
Dear Ivan and Isaac, our most sincere condolences to you both. Isaac, you brought such joy to your mother. I've known her since high school and you were her special gift. We are thinking of you both. Kim and Sherwood McBroom
February 5, 2013
To the Leeper-Kende family my deepest sympathy to all of you. I had the pleasure of caring for Miriam many times at The Toledo Hospital Interventional Radiology Department. May you all find peace during this difficult time. Denise Tansey RN
Jennifer Huber
February 5, 2013
Isaac,
Your mom was a wonderful woman. She was willing to help anyone in a time of need. We are sorry for your loss. If you need anything please let us know.
Huber Family
Penny McCloskey, The Victory Center
February 5, 2013
Dear Ivan and Isaac,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Miriam first came to The Victory Center in 2008, and has continued coming ever since, but in different roles...from patient, to graphic designer, to knitter, to group member, to cheerleader, to friend. She was a great supporter of The Victory Center, and we'll always appreciate what she did for us. She was an unforgettable person, who was able to help others even when needing help herself. I am blessed to have known her. Take care, Penny
February 4, 2013
Dearest Ivan Kende/Leeper Family: Miriam showed everyone such dignity, humility and bravery during her difficult struggle with cancer. No more pain because she is in God's arms now. God Bless you and your most beautiful family during this difficult time. We shall NEVER forget you or your gentle unwavering spirit! Always; Melanie Yourist Woodby and Family
Linda Haworth Anderson
February 4, 2013
To all the Leeper extended family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My late mother, Maxine adored Miriam and I remember her calling me to say that Miriam had Come over to "practice" her comedy routine with my mom as her audience. I have many fond remembrances of you all growing up next door. My thoughts are with you all.
Linda Haworth Anderson
February 4, 2013
Dearest Ivan Kende/Leeper Family: Miriam showed everyone such dignity, humility and bravery during her difficult, yet courageous struggle with cancer! No more pain because she is in God's arms now. May God Bless you and your beautiful family and we shall never forget you and your endless unwavering spirit! Rest in Peace Sweet Angel! Always; Melanie Yourist Woodby and Family
Lynda Yinger
February 4, 2013
Ivan and Isaac, I'm so sorry to hear news of Miriam passing. I used to knit with her at various locations and she will be deeply missed. My thoughts are with you both.
Toni Vasill
February 4, 2013
Ivan, so sorry to hear of Miriam's passing. She came to my house to bring me homemade mushroom soup when I was going through my breast cancer and our visit was a wonderful one. The prayer she gave me while at my house made me feel very connected to her. I was very conforted by it. She was a very special person to me and many others. I was glad I had the chance to see her at the Christmas party at The Victory Center last year. I only wish I had known her longer than I did. May God be with you and your family.
February 4, 2013
Dear Leeper/Kende family,
I am saddened to hear of your great loss. Miriam and I were good friends while I lived in Toledo. May your loss be overcome by the wonderful memories of her. She will be missed- Louise Eisen Manis
Sanford Merkin
February 4, 2013
Dear Issac
My deepest sympathy.
February 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I will not be able to attend the service but will always remember Miriam's fantastic smile and awesome laugh. She will truly be missed! Jeanne "Let's Talk it Ovar"
Clara (cookie) Bollinger-Chambers
February 4, 2013
I have such fond memories of Miriam from High School Band. She always kept us laughing, she was a fine oboe player and could slam those symbols in marching band. She was witty and charming. May God comfort you all during this difficult time and fill your hearts with wonderful memories. My sincere condolences--
Marcia Trompeter
February 4, 2013
My deepest condolences to Miriam's family. I know she will be dearly missed. I will always smile when I think back to the times we spent together. Miriam was such a loving, caring, funny person. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Nina Goodrick
February 4, 2013
My memories of you my dear friend are very special to me and I hold them close to my heart. Our journey thru Ovarian Cancer together is what got us through together. I know in my heart you understand why I was unable to see you in your last weeks. I love you Mariam.
Nina
To the family my deepest condolences to you all she will be missed and my heart goes out to you in this time of your need, my thoughts will be with you always.
Phil Hazard
February 4, 2013
Dear Ivan,
So very sorry for your loss. Miriam had such a lively beautiful energy and a wonderful laugh. My sincere condolences to you and your family. Rest in peace Miriam.
sharon chandler
February 4, 2013
Ivan and Issac, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the times Miriam and I talked flowers over the fence.
Robin Armstrong
February 4, 2013
Dear Ivan,
I am so sorry to hear about Miriam. I hope the wonderful memories you shared together gets you through this difficult time.
Michele Flanagan
February 4, 2013
Ivan,
I am very sorry for your loss, my condolences to you and your family.
Amy Nebel-Gould
February 4, 2013
Our sincerest condolences to your entire family, particularly Monte, as well as Missy and Beth Bittker. Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. May fond and happy memories comfort you. Fondly,
Amy Nebel-Gould and Jeff Gould
Jan Thomas
February 4, 2013
Dear Ivan and Isaac, I am so saddened by your loss... my thoughts are with you and the pleasant memories of knowing Miriam.
Michelle Reed
February 4, 2013
I have missed my friend and coworker for awhile during her illness. I held out hope of her returning to work. But a higher power had other plans. Even though I didn't know her as long as others, she made me feel like we were long time friends. Her advice and wisdom will remain forever in my heart. Sending many prayers and blessings for her friends and family.
Barb and Mark Frankel-Wexler
February 4, 2013
Miriam was a incredible woman and so talented. She was my son's Sunday School. She was so GREAT with Special Needs Students. I am so SHOCK To see see her in the obituary. I did not know the cancer came back. She was a FIGHTER and a POSITIVE PERSON AND SHE WILL BE MISSED. WE ARE SO SAD. So sorry Issac. She was so proud of you! I am so sorry Ivan......too
Nina Houghton
February 4, 2013
I will forever be grateful for the many times spent with Miriam with knitting needles clicking, and voices sharing. Her laughter will remain in my memory forever. I love you, Miriam. You were so generous, loving, and full of life. My parents and I were incredibly honored to have known such an amazing, courageous, spirited woman. Ivan and Issac, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Cindy Hersh
February 4, 2013
Dear Leeper and Kende families,
Please accept my deepest condolences. Miriam was one of the most special people in the world. We were great friends while I was still living in Toledo, but lost touch in recent years. I am saddened to hear of her passing. May you each draw strength and comfort from your many warm memories of her. I will miss her laugh.
Margaret Long Dame
February 4, 2013
My condolences to your families. I had the great pleasure of taking art classes with Miriam as a kid. We had a LOT OF FUN! This world is a better place because of her.
Gayle Retske
February 4, 2013
Ivan and Issac... You know how I loved Miriam and what a loss it is to all of us. She is in my heart as she is in yours. She loved you both very, very much!
Jackie Goff
February 4, 2013
I am honored and blessed to have known such a bright and beautiful spirit. Sending prayers to the family for comfort and love. Jackie
February 4, 2013
My most sincere condolences to the Leeper family. It was such a shock to se this in the Blade.
Norm Creller
Brent Rubin
February 4, 2013
Our condolences to the entire Leeper-Kende family. May G-d give you strength during this time of sorrow. Brent and Ricki Rubin and family
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