Maryann C. Leisner

Dear Mary, So very sorry to hear this sad news. My heart is breaking for you and your family. She was a beautiful lady. I will keep you in my prayers and know your strong faith will support you at this most difficult time.

Some of my happiest times at Saint peters school were with Mary Ann in the nurses office. We volunteer there to go over the medical records every year and made sure all the children were in compliance and seeing any sick or injured students. She was such a pleasure to work with and so much fun. I enjoyed our days together and I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to spend time with her.....Such wonderful memories.

I'm so so sorry to hear about your mom. My deepest condolences for your family during this very challenging time. May she rest in peace and her memories live on your hearts.Love, Jessica Settecase

I am so sorry for your loss. Please remember when the hard days come to find those happy memories in your heart to give you comfort.

Maggie,Michael and I are saddened on hearing from Mike the loss of your Mom at such a young age. We will have a Mass said for her. Our prayers are with you and your family at such a sad time.John Haben is a good friend and was my sponsor to the Rotary Club of Skokie Valley where your Dad was a member. Maybe he would like to rejoin...in time.Love to you and yours,Diane Krier-Morrow and Michael Morrow

Wishing you peace,comfort and hope in the midst of your sorrow Our deepest sympathy

Our deepest sympathy to the Leisner family and Leda Maggio. We made a donation to the Northern Transplant House in Maryann's memory. Love, Mirella & Mark

My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family! Thank you for all of the inspiration throughout the years. May you Rest In Peace.

Paul: our deepest condolences to you and your family from your Duluth Friends.

Maryann has always felt like family to me. She will be deeply misses by all the people she had touched in her life. I pray for her family and send my condolences.

Your love for each other was an inspiration to all of us

In memory of Maryann C. Leisner, Thomas and Laura Franta lit a candle

In memory of Maryann C. Leisner, Renee Bauer lit a candle

Wonderful spirit and a true friend to many loved by all who she touched. May she rest in peace.

Sending you lots of love, hugs, and prayers.

You are missed already. Breathe easy friend. ((Hugs))

Leisner family, I am so sorry to hear this news. I am thinking of you during this hard time. You did many great things in the Pulmonary Fibrosis community and I hope you find comfort in all you did in this advocacy. Hugs, Gina Speckman

Beth. I am so sorry for your loss. Wish I was close by to give you hug. I know the grief of losing a parent you are close to. Thinking of you and your family at this time and prayers for her journey home to the Lord.

I was sorry to hear this.She was such a sweet and kind person.She will be missed.She is now in heaven with our Lord.I will pray for her and your family.

You are all truly in my thoughts and prayers. Maryann, you were the sister I never had. All of your family was like my family. You will always be with me in my heart. Rest In Peace my dear friend. See you again someday ❤️

We were so sorry to hear the news of Maryann's passing. She was a wonderful person and always smiling. We so enjoyed the time we spent with Paul and her at Kenny Bauer's wedding. She had so much courage and she was so graceful in her suffering. Our sympathies are with Paul and the family. God's peace be with you.

In memory of Maryann C. Leisner, Jackie,Mike, Alec and Andrew lit a candle

My deepest condolences to the family. Maryann will be missed greatly.

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My sincere condolences to Paul and all the family. Please be well during these difficult times.

Leda and Lizzie, I am so sorry to hear about your sister, Maryann. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Janice

I am so saddened to hear of Maryann’s passing. She was one of a kind. She had such a warm smile and was always positive and inspiring. Maryann, along with her husband, Paul, have contributed greatly to the lung disease and transplant community. My sincere condolences to Paul and family.

May God’s love lift you all during this sad time. The light of our Lord will guide Maryann to His Heavenly home , into the warmth of his love.

In memory of Maryann C. Leisner, Donna Pikula lit a candle

I am deeply saddened by the loss of my beautiful, dear friend. I always admired Maryann for her strength, compassion, and faith. I will cherish all the memories of our times together. She will always be in my heart and a true blessing I am most thankful for. I know this a very difficult time and I am so very sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Renee Bauer

A memory of Maryann... she knew her path even in eighth grade. I remember asking her what she wanted to be when she grew up and she said "a nurse". Always a beautiful smile, kind word and a protector of anyone being bullied... the reunions she attended were always a pleasure.

I have no words that can express my deep sadness for your family. I love you all and my heart is broken for each of you. My thoughts and prayers ate with you.

Sending my deepest condolences on your loss. I met Maryann at Loyola’s Lung Transplant Support Group and we hit it off. We always connected at the annual Candle Lighting Ceremony. I hope knowing the positive impact she had so many in the lung transplant community gives you a measure of comfort.

I went to Regina Dominican High School with Maryann. We spent 4 years together in orchestra. I remember Maryann as someone who could always be counted on to have a cheerful outlook on whatever was going on. I never heard her say an unkind word about anyone. My prayers go out to her family that they are comforted in warm and loving memories. Cathy Cotter

Many people will walk in and out of our lives, but only some will leave footprints in our hearts. Maryann , your footprint will remain in my heart until we meet again ♥️ Auntie Joan

With Deepest Sympathy to the Leisner Family: Maryann was such an inspiration and a positive individual. She will be sorely missed.

My deepest and heartfelt condolences. She touched and made my life so much better after I crossed paths with her at PFF16. What a beautiful, gentle and caring soul! May God have her in his arms!

With Deepest Sympathy to the Leisner Family; Marianne was such an inspiration and a positive individual. She will be sorely missed.

With Deepest Sympathy to the Leisner Family; Marianne was such an inspiration and a positive individual. She will be sorely missed.

Maryann was a gift to all fortunate to know her. She cared for others in a selfless way that inspired us all. Her smile, her laugh, her love of others and desire to help will always be with me. The Loyola community joins you in grief, and shares wonderful, loving memories. Susan

Maryann's husband is my younger brother Paul. They were high school sweethearts and their long marriage, while cut short, is inspirational, uplifting and somewhat unique these days. "Paul & Maryann ..." was how we in the family spoke of them - always the two together. Their combined generosities, self sacrifice and dedication to family were so comingled, one could not separate their intertwined giving. Maryann is the best thing in Paul's life - I will continue to see her in his ongoing life of giving and dedication, and for that - I am blessed and grateful.As a nurse, Maryann was in her element; it was indeed her nature to heal and tend to the ill. As a mother, and later a grandmother, she got two bites of the 'caregiver' apple, always looking to tend to the children. As much as they lit up her day, she returned the joy 10 fold. How rich could one hope to be? Always in her comfort zone of Giving.Now that she is at peace, it is up to the rest of the family to join with Paul and the kids to become better at giving our best - each day. I for one am up for the challenge and hope that she hears my prayers of thanks and love. Chris

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RIP my lovely friend. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.

Maryann was always someone I looked forward to seeing any chance I could. I will always remember her as a fighter and someone who’s smile lit up any room, the world would be much better place if everyone was like Maryann.

Thinking of all of you during this very tough time.

My aunt Maryann was a wonderful lady. We loved each other very much. I am going to miss her very much.

In memory of Maryann C. Leisner, Joshua Leisner lit a candle

My thoughts and prayers to the whole family especially to Mary, her mom. For so short a period of time knowing you and bringing you the Holy Eucharist while in the center, which pandemic stops us, seeing each other, I will surely miss you , but you are in God’s hands and home. Rest now my friend, no more aches n pains. See you someday!

A much-loved sister, aunt and friend. Devoted to her family and strong in her faith. The streets of heaven are too crowded tonight, but I take comfort that she is on our side!

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.