William Leeds obituary: William Leeds's Obituary, Topeka

In Memory Of
William M. "Bill" Leeds
1955 - 2017

Obituary photo of William Leeds, Topeka-KS
Obituary photo of William Leeds, Topeka-KS

In Memory Of
William M. "Bill" Leeds
1955 - 2017

Dr. William “Bill” Leeds, 61, of Topeka, passed away Monday, July 31, 2017.

He was born October 17, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Bill is the son of Joseph Leeds and Ruth Leeds (nee Susser). After graduating from Florida State University he attended Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Leeds founded Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in 1999, where he practiced pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.

In addition to his beloved dogs, Chubbie and Frank, He leaves his wife, Luanne Leeds, daughters, Casey Leeds of Los Angeles, California, Samantha Leeds, of the home, and son, 2nd Lt. Alex Leeds, of Silver Springs, Maryland, brother Brian Leibowitz (Jerilynne) and sister, Myrna Solod (Jerry). Other survivors include his beloved and loyal staff.

He was preceded in death by sister, Jeanie Silversmith.

Bill was a lifelong learner. He enjoyed flying, fishing with his wife and brother, spending time with the family pets, and damaging his home with tools, which he had no earthly idea how to use.

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2017 at the Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson, Topeka. Inurnment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson, Topeka, KS 66604 or Safe Harbor Prison Dogs, P.O. Box 536, Bonner Springs, KS 66012.

Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel is assisting the family.

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Dr. William “Bill” Leeds, 61, of Topeka, passed away Monday, July 31, 2017.

He was born October 17, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Bill is the son of Joseph Leeds and Ruth Leeds (nee Susser). After graduating from Florida State University he attended Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Leeds founded Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine in 1999, where he practiced pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.

In addition to his beloved dogs, Chubbie and Frank, He leaves his wife, Luanne Leeds, daughters, Casey Leeds of Los Angeles, California, Samantha Leeds, of the home, and son, 2nd Lt. Alex Leeds, of Silver Springs, Maryland, brother Brian Leibowitz (Jerilynne) and sister, Myrna Solod (Jerry). Other survivors include his beloved and loyal staff.

He was preceded in death by sister, Jeanie Silversmith.

Bill was a lifelong learner. He enjoyed flying, fishing with his wife and brother, spending time with the family pets, and damaging his home with tools, which he had no earthly idea how to use.

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 4, 2017 at the Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson, Topeka. Inurnment will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson, Topeka, KS 66604 or Safe Harbor Prison Dogs, P.O. Box 536, Bonner Springs, KS 66012.

Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel is assisting the family.

To share your memories of Bill or leave a special condolence message for his family, please click the Share Memories button above.

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Memorial Service

Friday, August 4, 2017 at 11:00am
Temple Beth Sholom, 4200 SW Munson, Topeka

Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family

Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family

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