The Maryville University community mourns the loss of beloved former humanities professor Leah Leah (nee Lauf, later Jansky and Schwartz), who passed away on October 31, a few weeks shy of her 80th birthday.
For 48 years, Leah challenged Maryville students to think twice about what they “know,” and learn more about themselves in the process. She taught classes ranging from Russian literature to St. Louis theater. She inspired students with her wisdom, her curiosity and her famously independent, generous spirit.
Leah was also an actress and performed with small professional theater companies in St. Louis. She was known for several original, one-woman shows.
Leah is survived by her loving husband Bob Schwartz, her sister, her children and many grandchildren.