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Larry E. Leyser of Shaker Hts. Died September 14, 2021 at the age of 71. Larry was born in Cleveland on March 21, 1950. Larry is the dearly beloved husband of Patricia; devoted father of Mark (Jill) Leyser, Lisa (David) Jochelson, Aaron Leyser and Heidi (Daryl) Abbitoni; cherished grandfather of Stella, Jackson, Nathan, Zachary, Sara and Alyssa; dear brother of Carol (John) Yachanin and Barbara Leyser (deceased); beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Larry ran a Manufacturer’s Rep firm from 1970-2016. He was a collector of Political Ephemera and president of the condominium board in Siesta Key, Fl. He was a past scout master of Shaker Hts. Troop 662 and was an active Mason in University Hts. Lodge 738. He enjoyed stamp collecting and Larry was the definition of a Mensch. He loved connecting with relatives near and far and his greatest love was his family. Services will be held at Lake View Cemetery, Friday, September 17 at 2:00PM. (Please meet at Mayfield Gate at 1:45PM). To view the service Saturday, September 18, please go to YouTube and search Larry E Leyser Funeral Service. No Visitation due to COVID-19. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the American Diabetes Association. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.berkowitz-kumin-bookatz-funerals.com for the Leyser family.
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Scott Holden
Larry lived directly across the street from me. He recently informed me though the internet, that one his children bought that house. It made me smile. We were in carpools, played touch football and all the normal stuff neighborhood kids do.
My favorite memory is that in Elementary School, every Tuesday we would ride our bikes to Harold Drug. Why Tuesday? That was the day they got new comic books. We would return our empty pop bottle from the week before and get a new one. We would buy a few comic books and then go back to one of our homes and read them. Life was simpler then.
Larry was a truly sweet natured person. I would catch up with him at reunions. I was so pleased he had become a succesful businessman and more importanty, he apparently had a wonderful family life. My sincere condolences to the family. RIP Larry
Gary Polster
Larry contacted me about a year ago and was doing research on his family tree. He showed me how we were related on my maternal side. It was a complete surprise to me. Thanks to his efforts I now have the paperwork of my grandparents wedding certificate as well as other informative documents that I never knew existed. I will truly miss speaking with him as I got to know him much more than I did in school. My sincere condolences to his family.
Gary Polster
Glenn Gimbut
My condolances to Larry's loving wife and family. He will be missed.
Robert Hammer
I was very saddened to hear this terrible news
Back at Wiley junior high school ,Larry was part of our little gang with Bruce lieber, Ken bubis, Eric Silvey, Alan Kronick & myself . We hung out all the time ,sang along to Gene Pitney,played cards laughed a lot and ate a lot of geraci's pizza
Larry was a wonderful human being I'm glad I got to catch up with him at our 50th reunion he will be missed may his memory be a blessing
Mark Wachter
I knew Larry from our neighborhood as well. I have great memories, from elementary school years, playing with electric trains at his house. He had a great smile for everyone. Larry will be missed.
Bobbi Spiegler
So sad to hear of Larry's passing. Condolences to Pat and family and a number of good friends including Bruce and Eric, etc. who remained close to him. May his memory be for a blessing.William Schur
Very sad news. I grew up on Miramar across from Larry and Scott Holden, both of whom lived on Washington. The three of us did many things together that young boys do: riding bikes, playing ball, hanging out on rainy days, and so forth. I remember that like his father, Larry had an extensive stamp collection. When, in December, 1960, my mother died, Larry befriended me by showing me his stamp collection and encouraging me to start my own.
I did so beginning with the stamps on condolence cards sent to my father and me. Then Larry showed me how to mount them in an album, and purchase canceled stamps from all over the world known as "approvals." Under his tutelage and with his friendship I was able to obtain some relief from the pain of my mother's death. I still have the collection.
Rest in peace, my gentle and thoughtful friend.
Bill Schur
Bruce Lieber
Just returned home from attending Larry's Funeral. It was easy to see that Larry had many great friends he made throughout his life. It was beautiful day! I meet Larry at Belvior elementary School. We continued to be good friends in those years. Doing all the things kids & teenagers do! In the early 1970's we became closer friends. First meeting up again in Columbus where Larry would come down to call on customers and attend the Gift Ware Show there. I remember when moving back to Cleveland in 1975 Larry was there. When ever help was needed you could count on Larry. We both had young children and would get together almost every weekend. After the kids were grown we continued to gather for many great parties and Holidays at the Leyser's or the Lieber's. For many, many, years in the 90's we would meet up on Thursday nights at Corky & Lenny's. We always went out to the movies and dinner with the Leyers, and even still would get together with Larry & Pat when they came down to Florida to stay at their Condo in Siesta Key. I knew Larry as a gentle soul who would always be there to help when needed. His help and advise over the years was boundless. His love of his family was even greater. He took great pride in all his children, and grandchildren. he was adored by all, and will be greatly missed by me and many, many more.
Randy Arlen
This comment pales in comparison to the poignant and thoughtful words that were shared by classmates for Larry. I would guess it was the Summer of 1960 at overnight JCC camp right on Lake Erie. At breakfast I carelessly pushed a pot of steaming hot chocolate across the table to Larry at his request. Sure enough it landed in his lap and the camp nurse came to the rescue. Larry was fine and the kind of nice person he was, no harsh or angry words back to me. I felt so bad that day. Larry, will be missed by all who knew him.