Ronald Joseph Leif, '56

Ronald Joseph Leif, '56, passed away on July 7, 2016 in Eagan, Minnesota.

Ron lived a remarkable life against the odds. No father available. Mother died when Ron was 11. Raised without immediate family. Graduated from Boys Town in 1956. Financial career started with an accounting degree from U of MN. A promising career as an airline executive was cut short due to epilepsy. He later worked as an accountant, eventually becoming the initial charitable gambling manager for Knights of Columbus #7604 in Eagan. Many local charities gained from his efforts, in particular, Faithful Shepherd School.