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Leora Gersh Obituary

Leora Weiss Gersh With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our darling Lori after fighting Breast Cancer bravely and with great strength for 8 long years. She was born in March, 1962 to parents Steve & Sue Weiss. She passed away peacefully, at her home on October 28, 2014. She was married for 29 years to Steve Gersh and together they raised two beautiful children, Jennifer (age 25) & Jacob (age 23). Lori was a Founding Member of Congregation Ohr Tzafon where she served as principal and teacher of Religious School until the onset of her illness. She was employed by Chase Bank for 25 years where she served as manager for many years and looked after her clients with great care and compassion. In addition to her husband Steve Gersh, children Jenny & Jake Gersh and parents Steve & Sue Weiss; Lori is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Jeff & Jamie Weiss and her niece Alisha Kotranza and many loving cousins. She is deeply missed and will always be in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Leora Gersh Memorial Fund at Chase Bank, 194 Niblick Road, Paso Robles. Sign her guestbook at sanluisobispo.com/obituaries

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Nov. 9, 2014.

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November 11, 2014

Jenny and Jake,
I was your teacher at Beth David and got to know your Mom she was especially kind to me. I loved being your teacher and am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers.

Teacher Polly

November 11, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Lori's passing. I knew her many years ago when we both went to CBD. I remember her energy and beauty:) Susan Stern-Pearl

Susanne Anshen

November 10, 2014

You have the heart-felt condolences of the members of The Exchange Club of North SLO County. Lori will be missed deeply. She was a fine person and did not deserve to have to fight such a horrible battle for her life. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Roberta Hart

November 10, 2014

I will always appreciate how kind you and your family were to me and my sons, especially after my father died. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Janine Dingler

November 9, 2014

Dear Sue,Steve,Steve, Jenny & Jake, What a beautiful daughter, wonderful mother and sweet human being Lori was. I have been so sad about her passing but feel grateful to have known her, she lived an exemplary life. I always admired her dedication to what ever she did. I will always remember her kindness to me and my family, her sweet smile and lovely voice. So sorry for your loss. Love Janine

November 9, 2014

We had the honor of knowing Lori for many years as clients of the Savings &Loan in Paso Robles to Washington Mutual to Chase bank where she was the penultimate in customer service. She was always there to help you in any way, even following up by phoning us at home to help solve a problem or answer a question. Her beautiful smile and positive attitude will be missed. Our deepest sympathy goes out to her family.
Bob and Julie McCulloch (Creston)

November 9, 2014

Dearest Jenny, Jake, Steve, Sue and Steve, We are so sad to hear of your losing Lori. What a great spirit and a long battle she fought. We are thinking of you all, love, Christie, Emily, Jessie, and Maggie Withers

Karen & Richard cudigan

November 9, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about your daughter.

Dave & Debbie Sequeira

November 9, 2014

Our deepest sympathies! May she rest in peace.

Lynn Sequeira

November 9, 2014

My sincerest thoughts are with all of you at this time.

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