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Leo J. Sheridan, who served as president of the Chicago Association of REALTORS® from 1974-75 and was a member of the board of directors from 1968-74, passed away at 87 years old on October 28th, 2022. He began his real estate career in 1953 with L.J. Sheridan & Company in commercial real estate. Sheridan was also involved in several other organizations including the National Association of REALTORS® where he served on the board of directors from 1975-79;the 1982 Illinois REALTORS® President; The Recreation Foundation; Chicago Council on Foreign Relations; Chicago City Club; St. Joseph Church; and Catholic Charities Chicago Board. Sheridan was recognized as the 1983 Illinois REALTOR® of the Year and the Chicago Association of REALTORS® 1990 REALTOR® of the Year. He is survived by his wife, Olive “Honey” (Fox) Sheridan, five children, 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In his honor,a memorial mass was heldon November 5th at St. Joseph Church in Wilmette, Illinois. Donations may be made to theJohn P. Foley SJ Legacy Fundin lieu of flowers.