Terese Kuehl Leavy Obituary (1923

Terese Leona Kuehl Leavy, age 87, passed away September 20, 2010 in Provo, Utah. She was born March 4, 1923 in Erie, Pennsylvania to Leo G. and Maryann Olszewski Kuehl. She moved to Williamsport, Pennsylvania in her mid-teens where she met Max D. Leavy at a YWCA dance. They were married on September 26, 1941. Their marriage was sealed in the Salt Lake Temple on January 24, 1978. Shortly after the birth of their first child, Terese saw her husband join the ranks of soldiers called to serve during WWII. For three years she worked to support herself and her young daughter while he was away. After the war, she and Max built their first home from start to finish. Her work ethic during this time set a pattern for the rest of her life. Terese was the happiest when she was working and serving others, especially her family. She will be remembered for her grace on the dance floor, her enthusiasm for water recreation, and her dinner time hospitality. From her earliest years, Terese felt a love for the Savior which was further developed when she and Max became members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in December 1976. She went on to serve as a teacher and leader in various church auxiliary programs where many felt the benefits of her love and service. She is survived by her husband Max; daughter Patricia (Johannes) Curtze, Erie, PA; son, Robert, Park City; son, Jeffrey (Deon), Provo; 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the Provo City Cemetery, 610 South State Street. Friends may call at Berg Mortuary of Provo, 185 E. Center Street, Friday evening from 6 until 8. (There will be no visitation on Saturday prior to the graveside.) Condolences may be sent through www.bergmortuary.com or info@bergmortuary.com.