Gary graduated from Rogers High School and the University of Arkansas. Gary was an assistant manager with Walmart, store manager for Dillard’s and then his own men’s clothing store. He has had his own real estate appraisal company since 1987. Gary was an avid Razorback fan and enjoyed tailgating at all home games. Gary always decorated his home for any and all holidays, making sure to coordinate decorations for the church, too. Gary loved to travel with Pedro in the U.S. and Mexico, delighting in good food and hospitality. His loved ones will always remember him for his talent in gardening, joyfulness, always seeing the brighter side of life.
He is survived by his husband, Pedro Alegria Perez of Rogers; siblings, Dr. Dan Leis (Katy) of Rogers, Jim Leis (Janie) of Rogers, Theresa Brauburger (Ted) of Bella Vista, Greg Leis of Rogers; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be on Friday, March 25, 2022 from 4 until 6pm at Rollins Funeral Home, Rogers. A funeral service will be on Saturday, March 26, 2022 at 11am in All Saints’ Episcopal Church/Iglesia Episcopal de Todos los Santos in Bentonville, followed by a reception. Online viewing of the memorial mass at www.facebook.com/allsaintsbville
In lieu of flowers a memorial may be made to All Saints’ Episcopal Church, memo: Gary Leis Memorial Fund, 2904 NW 3rd St., Bentonville AR 72712 or to Circle of Life Hospice 1201 NE Legacy Parkway, Bentonville, AR 72712. Online condolences can be made at www.rollinsfuneral.com.
