Leonard G. Katz M.D. beloved husband of the late Eileen, father of Vicki (Scott) Longert, Terri (Dr. Bruce deceased) Oppenheim (deceased). Lauri ( Bobby) Sigman, grandfather of Steven (Bridget) Oppenheim, Morgan (Anthony) Caruso, Taylor (Michael) Caruso, great-grandfather of Carson, Mason, Addison, Carolyn and Cameron. Devoted brother to the late Samuel Kusens and the late David Kaye. Dr. Katz attended Western Reserve University where he was a member of the varsity tennis team and medical school at the Ohio State University. He had a private practice in dermatology at Severance Medical Center for fifty-three years. Leonard loved practicing medicine. He had endless energy, devoting countless hours to his patients and family. His great sense of humor and bedside manner put his patients at ease.
Dr Katz was a clinical associate professor of Dermatology at Case Western Reserve and a physician in dermatology at the Veterans Administration Hospital for decades. He received numerous medical awards during his practice while writing many papers in the field of dermatology. He spoke frequently at local and national meetings.
Leonard attended Cleveland Heights High School where he graduated early and was junior chess champion of Ohio. He loved to travel with his wife, particularly Las Vegas and Atlantic City. His hobbies included chess, reading books on all subjects, raising saltwater fish and growing orchids. Dr Katz was very generous to his family, friends and employees along with various charitable associations. He will be remembered affectionately by all.
Services will be at Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz, Memorial Chapel, 1985 South Taylor Rd. Cleveland Hts, Ohio 44118 Sunday, February 12 at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Mount Olive Cemetery, 27855 Aurora Rd. Solon, Ohio 44139. Family will receive friends at the Katz residence, 2990 East Belvoir Oval, Shaker Hts. after service until 7:00 p.m. Contributions are suggested to charity of choice.
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