Leah A. Kabakeris, on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024.

Beloved life friend of Michael G. McCluskey. Dear daughter of the late Leon and Ruth (nee Johnson) Kabakeris. Cherished cousin of the late Fay (nee Kabakeris) (the late Dr. Israel I.) Berwald. Dearest cousin to all of the following: Dorothy Kabakeris, Dr. David (Gayle) Berwald, the late Sonya (John) Scharf, Dr. Rose Ann (George Chism) Berwald, Dr. Bruce (Laurie) Berwald, Julie (Keith Fern) Berwald, Lynne (Brad) Stein, Samuel and Daniel Scharf, and Erin and Rebecca Chism. Our dear cousin, colleague and friend.

Leah was an avid lover of all things Cardinal Baseball, suffering in their losses, and jubilant in their victories. She loved her work as a chemist and the years she spent with Sigma Chemical. She also loved softball and served a stint as a coach for an inner-city league. Leah also loved all four legged domestic pets. Along with her life partner, Michael, a stray cat who wandered into their home one spring day in 2006 was adopted and resided in peace and comfort until his own passing in January 2024. He was simply known as Minnie Me. In similar manner that he is dearly missed, so shall Leah be for all the times of those who loved Leah and called her friend.

Graveside service Sunday, October 20, 2024, 11:30 a.m., at Beth Shalom Cemetery, 650 White Road. Chesterfield, MO 63017. Shiva to be announced at the cemetery. Contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

A RINDSKOPF-ROTH SERVICE