Eugene Francis Liss, 65, died on Jan. 9, 2026. Born on March 13, 1959, he grew up in Oak Park, and graduated from St. Edmund School and Oak Park and River Forest High School in Oak Park. He studied hard and graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Financial Accounting and a minor in General Marketing, attained his CPA degree, then went on to take the Series 7 exam, leading to his life’s work as a Certified Financial Planner in both California and the greater Chicago area.
A man of strong enthusiasms, he loved nothing more than being outside enjoying the sun, surf and sand in his beloved Southern California, where he moved as a young adult, residing in Manhattan Beach and Huntington Beach for many years. He owned a succession of sports cars; was a major proponent of fine dining al fresco, preferably accompanied by a cold margarita and a view of the Pacific Ocean; was a lifelong dedicated Chicago sports team enthusiast, with a special love for the Chicago Cubs; and enjoyed and forever got a kick out of every dog he ever came across, especially his beloved Candy. He experienced a series of health setbacks in his later life that prevented him from participating in some of his favorite activities, but he always appreciated conversation and a good laugh.
Gene was the son of the late Eugene J. Liss and Constance L. Liss (nee Pusateri); the brother of Mary Liss and Holly A. Liss; the uncle of Elizabeth Considine; the nephew of 10 aunts and uncles; and the cousin and friend of many.
A memorial service/celebration of life will be held on March 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Peterson-Bassi Chapels, 6938 W. North Ave., Chicago IL 60707. Donations can be made to the Animal Care League of Oak Park (animalcareleague.org) or Thrive Counseling Center of Oak Park (Thrivecc.org).
