Funeral Service at Beth Moses Cemetery
Wednesday, December 30, 2020, 1:00 PM ET
Jeff and Dave,
Glad we could be there to support you in your time of grief. Your Dad was special in every way. I was telling Kelly yesterday how much I remember your mom as well, and what a remarkable couple they were.
I’m sorry we missed the military honors in person…that was very moving, even watching the replay. Thanks for creating and sharing the video.
Best,
Ken H
Dave and Jeff,
I just want to say that as sad and unfortunate as this time has been, the ceremony was such a heartfelt tribute to properly honor your father. Both of your speeches were so well said and inspiring to our own relationship with our father and to what we strive for as fathers ourselves. Your father leaves us as a very proud father and man.
We also want to thank you for being so supportive and caring of our mom during this very difficult time for her.
We’re here for you guys if we can be supportive in any way.
Michael S.
I just watched your speech and read all the amazing words. You know I used to love to talk to your dad. He always made me feel welcome.
Oh how I enjoyed sitting in the Den watching 20/20 with you guys. All the talks we had I will always remember. You were truly blessed to have him as your Dad.
Your Mom and Dad were also part of my growing up and my life, and I will miss them, as well as your grandparents.
El
I just watched it……cried my eyes out (still am). Don’t know what else to say. Your mom and dad are lucky as are you, Jeff and your families. You are all the poster children for what is good and righteous. Proud to have known mom and dad, and proud to call you my friend. Please know that time and distance hasn’t/doesn’t and could never change any of that.
Love you,
Glenn S.
I’m so sorry to hear the news, but thanks for letting me know. It’s so wonderful to hear how much he meant to you. I remember him fondly and can empathize with how much you’ll miss him. Nothing can be said to make this sad part of life not hurt, but it is significant and admirable what a great man he was and that he had a full life that touched so many others.
Let’s catch up when things settle down. I’d love to hear any and all stories about him.
Best,
Scott R.
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I can totally relate to your comments about your father because I had the same relationship with mine. I have learned, as you will over time, that he is with me everyday. You will find that there will be times when you feel that your father is still guiding you. You will look in the mirror and see him looking back at you. I suggest that you talk with him everyday, ask his advise. Be the father for your kids that your father was for you, which I am sure you are, but if you’re like me you will still sometimes wonder if you’re doing as good as he did. You and I were lucky my friend.
All the best to you and your family. We’re thinking of you.
– Randy W.
I am very sorry to hear that your father passed away.
I didn’t know him well but I was thankful and appreciative of the way he had Lawrence and Greg over his house in Bellmore and they would have great summer fun in the swimming pool and boating in the canal. I remember also that you and Franessa (and your brother) used to take my boys jet skiing all over the bay and the canal and your house was the home port.
I also felt that Leo had a certain South Shore way about him that reminded me of the people and the places and the time in which I had spent much of my early life growing up in Brentwood and Sayville. Especially being close to the Great South Bay, Fire Island and the beaches where I spent so much of my teens and early twenties.
It must be sobering to be representative of the now oldest generation as ones parents have passed away. My parents are still alive but as they recede into the frailty of old age I can sense the passing of the generations.
Take care my friend. My thoughts are with you.
Charlie A.
Hi Jeff and Dave,
I just wanted to send one additional short note to say how incredibly sorry I am about the loss of your father. He was so warm, caring, and engaged in each of my interactions with him, and he obviously had such profound love and admiration for you Jeff and your beautiful family. I know from my own experience – having also had the profound gift of a loving and incredibly supportive father – how deeply painful and sad his loss is. As I’m sure others who have experienced that loss have shared, at least based on my own experience, that pain and sadness never really goes away completely. But please also know that the old adage is in fact true, the passage of time is a great healer, and the strength of that relationship and the incredible gift of his love and support over the course or your lifetimes will continue to sustain and nourish you even as you grieve his loss. He will continue to be in your lives, in new and sometimes surprising and unexpected ways, as a powerful pillar of love, support, and life lessons. As I’m sure you are already experiencing now, it is also a huge gift to have each other and your own loving families and extended circles, and please know you also have the love and support of so many others touched and blessed in ways large and small by you and your father.
I hope your services were inspiring and consoling, and sending all of the love, support, and well wishes of our clan to you and your families with all the promise of the new year.
Warm regards,
Andrew D.
David, I just finished viewing a most wonderful farewell and tribute to your Dad, Leo. Thank you so much for inviting me to be part of the ceremony. I very much enjoyed, and was touched as I learned more about your Dad and how he lived his life.
When Eric spoke about how your Dad encouraged him and taught him so much, it reminded me of when Lek was on the zip line at Schodack during alumni weekend and how Eric supported and encouraged her to go ahead, even though she was scared. I guess Leo’s example rubbed off on Eric.
All of the wonderful stories made me wish I had known him. He was remarkable. You, Jeff and your families have much to celebrate when you honor your Dad by remembering who he was and what he meant to all of you. May God bless you all and see you through this sad time.
With love,
Jim M.
P.S.: I will never look at the Empire State Building the same way again.
I am so sorry to hear the news. I have nothing but fond memories of your dad at the office at 1670. Always smiling, supportive and upbeat, and yes I think we attended 1 or 2 of those pool parties with you at his place. 🙂
Much love from the Kelly family.
Please reach out if there is anything we can do. XxxOoo Kev
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I know how close you and your Dad were. Please give yourself a big hug from me and send my condolences to Franessa and the boys. May his memory be for a blessing.
Thinking of you all. Xo
Hillary N.
If not for Covid-19 I should have gone to Leo’s funeral. Leo was always a gentleman and friendly, and I appreciate that he treated me as if he had known me since I was born.
The Bellmore house was my dream house and I was always happy when you invited me to your house. The 4th of July party was a special event for us.
I was hoping to bring my family and I to see Leo sometime in the near future. I wish Leo all the best and may he rest in peace.
Shige, Aiko, Marina and Zenta K.
Hello David and Jeff,
I was very sorry to hear the news of the passing of your father. Both your parents hold a very special place in my heart. I always found them to be very inspirational showing me that family life can be lots of fun. It always was when we were with you. I especially remember fondly our trip to Puerto Rico together many years ago. I recently found this photo from that trip.
Mark and I will join the video livestream service later on today. We wish you lots of strength to get through this difficult time.
Love,
Irit S.
I am heartbroken. I just loved your Dad. He was the brother I never had. He would sit behind me in school pulling my pigtails and when I lost my husband he was there to help if needed. I send my condolences to you and David and your families. Please do keep in touch. Both your mom and Dad will be in my heart forever.
Love Marcia J.
Dear David and Jeff,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your father…. the Hanukah we spent together is one of our favorite memories. He was such a warm, welcoming and loving man. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time….
With Love,
Nini and Steve R.
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, and to Marcy for the loss of her companion and long time love.
I’ve always considered your family as my family. Uncle Leo was an incredible man, full of love and compassion. He loved life and lived it to its fullest. He was so proud of you and loved you and your respective families immensely.
I will always cherish all the holiday’s, gathering’s and adventures that we all spent together in Bellmore, Rockland and in Florida. So many great memories and great times. His love and support to my family and myself was like no other. He will alway’s live in my heart. Please know that I will aways be here for you and your families, that will never change.
Uncle Leo, rest in peace with Aunt Evvie!
I sincerely love you all,
Sindy G.
Dear Jeff,
Your Dad will always be remembered as a friendly and faithful friend. Hè was an integral part of our bowling team for the past 3 years and was fun to be with. Hè will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Phil K.
When Susan called me with the sad news that you had shared this weekend, those memories, and so much more, came rushing back for both of us, as we reminisced and recalled your Dad and our youth – intertwined on so many joyous occasions and celebrations, and on even more frequent just plain regular days.
Whether in Laurelton, or even prior to, or in Bellmore, literally from day one, and even some visits you all made to Connecticut after our move, the connection was always easy – delightful, fun, interesting and engaging. Your mom and dad, and you and your brother, were a very special part of it.
For us, there’s really no other way to describe him – your dad was a nice man. In every sense of the word. Thoughtful and considerate, sincere and steady, caring and conscientious, appreciative and earnest.
There was never a time, ever, when we were not glad to see him, happy to talk with him, glad to exchange what was new with us, or with him, or with all of you. Each of those fond memories remain as meaningful today as they ever were. And so is the feeling conveyed in each of those conversations. We may not recall today precisely what was said at any given time, but we absolutely remember how we felt. Better for having had the conversation with your Dad, and for some wisdom we couldn’t help but pick up along the way.
Geography disrupted the frequency of our visits as the years went by, but our respect and appreciation never wavered. He was a good man, and that truly is the highest compliment. While the dimension of that graciousness is surely known best by you and your family, he touched us as well, in a way that has endured, and will.
Our heartfelt condolences to all of you, as you absorb his passing. We also share with you our full confidence that all he has meant to you, your family, and particularly your boys, will continue to impact and influence your futures, and we will all be better for it. As we once saw you through him, we will now see him through you.
Bernard K. & Susan S.
I am so heartbroken to hear about dad. I really loved him. He is now with my daddy. I send love and hugs to you and your family.
Helayne L.
I’m so, so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember being in the office with him back in the day! He was such a kind and cheerful guy. Sending love and strength to you and the family as we all try and get through these awful times together. Please let us know if we can help you in any way.
Much love,
Kate S.
It is so hard and you have been an amazing son and your dad was so proud of you. What a gift that you shared such a special bond. I feel grateful that my daddy was with me for 48 years and was my best friend and taught me such good values, just like your dad did for you. It is never enough time though. Leo will forever shine bright through the great person you are.
Pam K.
We are honored to have known your dad so we know he was the absolute sweetest, but hearing all those tributes and those amazing stories was just incredible. It breaks our heart that another great soul is gone…. but it’s clear that he has left you with the best morals and values along with incredible memories.
Please know our whole family is thinking of you and we are sending so much strength and love.
Xoxoxo,
Beth & Cary L.
Dave, just wanted to express my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting Leo on many occasions and he was a special person. A real warm and gentle soul. Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Best always and to a much better 2021,
Todd S.
I just wanted to reach out to you and send you my condolences on the loss of your dad. I lost my dad 18 months ago and I was close to him like it sounds you were to your dad. I feel your pain and I will hope for better days a head for you and your family. Keep his memories a live everyday you wake up out of bed.
Howard I.
I am so so sorry to hear about your dad. He was such a great guy, I’m glad Simon and I got to spend time with him 🙂 please let us know if we can do anything. I know Simon will be at the funeral. Unfortunately I’ll be stuck at work, but I’ll be there in spirit. Stay strong, and I’ll see you soon.
Love,
Rosie M.
So sorry to hear about you dad… was really great to know him while I was at 1670… always nice to talk to… prayers for you and your family…
Tony L.
I wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear about your dad. I know he was very special and will be missed. Please know we’re all thinking of you. As Rabbi Jodie says, “May his memory always be for a blessing.”
Len K.
David, sorry to hear about your Dad. Really great guy. I enjoyed our talks about boating. My condolences. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
Rob J.
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. So tragic. I’m lucky to have known him. He was such a good guy. I loved chatting with him. So hard to lose a dad. Sending hugs.
Naomi J.
I just wanted to send hugs to you, Franessa and the boys. So sad, so sorry. I love him very much and always will have him in my heart.
Love, Cousin Ruth
My sincere condolences. Leo was a wonderful man and will be missed. He is reunited with his bride in heaven. Another angel looking down on us.
Rob A.
When I was little I used to pretend Leo was my grandfather too, and would tell people I was going to my grandfathers house to swim. He always made me feel like family and I am lucky to have been in his orbit and to have shared time and space with him.
Love,
Charlotte M.
I just heard about your dad’s passing. I’m so sorry. Of all my parent’s friends, Leo was always one of my favorites. Such a warm, wonderful person. I fondly remember the times back in Laurelton when we used to get together. A long time ago. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Nadine K.
Dave, I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Leo was simply the best. Sincere condolences to you from my family.
Ed C.
So sorry to learn of Leo’s passing. We remember him as a great guy and wonderful neighbor. Our sincere sympathy to you and the Goldberg family.
Terry & Howard H.
Beautiful tribute. So sad…will miss him. He’s the only person I know who had four of the same tools!!! Lots of laughter. He even passed out candies to everyone who came by for Marcy’s 75th birthday drive-by! Good memories.
Debra L.
Dear Jeff,
My eyes are stinging from the tears from watching the ceremony. What a beautiful tribute to a man I wish had had the privilege to know. It is clear he was a gift to the world. His warmth, kindness, generosity, sense of responsibility, and honor, clearly influenced so many around him in positive and meaningful ways. I was particularly touched by Michele’s comments, as it sounds like he had a big and welcoming heart – and the fact that he face timed the boys at bath time is precious. Your baseball cards story and his comment about “figuring it out” on how to pay for college said it all. You were dearly loved. I can tell what a huge gap his passing leaves you your whole family and Marcy. I wish you did not have to feel this pain. Thinking about you all.
Lawton P.
I am very sorry to hear that your dad, Leo, has passed. It is very hard to lose a parent, and no matter how old you are it is still very painful. You were lucky to have his presence and companionship for so many years and will hopefully find some solace in the memories you have of him. We are happy to make a donation in his name as a small gesture of our condolences. Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family at this time.
Jack D.
To my oldest Friend Leo. I will miss you.
Pete C.
Leo will really be missed by all that knew him. Who are we going to ask about any product or workman? He always knew.
Elaine & Ken T.
David, I had wanted to view the whole video, which I did, but had to do so in various segments as the daily interruptions prevented viewing in one sitting.
I will say that though sad, the service was beautiful and very touching. You couldn’t have done a better job celebrating who Leo was. Your, and your family’s love of Leo came across loud and clear. I’m sure he is very proud of both of you for expressing your love and respect of him so clearly. I can tell you and your brother had a relationship with your dad that few have. You are very fortunate to have had a dad that not only earned your love, admiration and respect, but that you had that for so many years. I did not know Leo very well, but I have a new understanding of who he was.
My dad passed away when I was 13, and many times I wonder what it would have been like to have had him around as an adult. The good part is that I have a son, with two children, and a daughter that I am extremely close to and feel that it is similar to what you and Leo had. We laugh and joke and genuinely enjoy being around each other. There is nothing better.
You have my deepest condolences. In the big scheme of things we just have to thank God for the gifts we were given in this life and hope to pass that appreciation onto our own children. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Jack D.
We always loved being together with Leo! So many fun memories. He was just one of the most down to earth and giving people. Gone way too soon. Sending our love and prayers.
Annie, Kate, & Maddie
We are so very sorry for your terrible loss. We are sending our deepest condolences to you all. Your dad was a special man. I know what a special bond you had with him. Although your dad is no longer with you here in person, your beautiful memories will always live on and be with you in your heart, mind and soul forever. Your dad welcomed everyone into your home. You are the same way with your very inviting personality, and big smile that goes along with it. Now you have 2 angles watching over you and your family. I really don’t think a child can make their parents any more proud than you already have.
Stacey, Howie, Heather & Jessie
I just wanted to send you an overdue note about how sorry I was to hear about your father’s passing. Thank you for sending the link to the services. I was able to watch live until it cut out during Michelle’s remarks. I recently watched the entire service. To say I was moved doesn’t do it justice. It was excellent. I only had the honor of meeting your father a handful of times. He was a pure gentleman and I knew he had to be a great father as evidenced by the son he raised. But that service was so well done that at the end I felt like I knew him for many years. I’m sad I didn’t actually have the opportunity to know such a good man better.
Dennis R.