Lance Liebl

OBITUARY

Lance Michael Liebl passed away on October 19, 2025 at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Long Beach, California at the age of 86. At his bedside was Hilary, one of his daughters, who can attest that he passed peacefully while under the superlative care of staff members and received military honors for his service in the United States Navy.

Lance was born in 1938 in Trenton, New Jersey. His father, Stephen Liebl, was a Hungarian immigrant from Budapest and successful businessman, and his mother, Elizabeth Gaydos, was a loving homemaker born in New Jersey. Grateful for his parents’ support, Lance graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Political Science. A lifelong alum, Pi Kappa Alpha member, and dedicated fan of the Nittany Lions football team, he took great pride in his connection to his beloved school. After university, Lance enlisted with the United States Navy, trained as a pilot, and served aboard destroyers during the Vietnam era. Following this service, Lance spent years in sales before becoming a project manager overseeing the construction of corporate offices, clean rooms, and real estate development projects. Away from work, Lance enjoyed snow skiing, bicycling, and boating. His affection for these activities and the club members that joined him in these pursuits was profound. There, he formed some of his closest friendships.

Lance Liebl loved life! He also loved the ocean–especially Belmont Shore and Seal Beach–plus friendly dogs, good food, and good company! Lance was loyal to his family and friends, a hand holder in times of distress, and a loving and supportive grandfather.

Lance was twice married and long partnered to three gracious women–Patricia, Kate, and Muriel–all of whom remained dear to him across the many years. He is survived by them, along with his grown children, Laura, Steven, Hilary, and Patrick, as well as his five grandchildren.

To all those closest to Lance–Brian, Emmajean, Manny, Dave, Craig, and all of the others who made his life so joyful, you have the thanks of our family, truly and sincerely, from the bottom of our hearts.

A Celebration of Life will be held for close family and dear friends in Huntington Beach.