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John Leche Obituary
John G. Leche CHESAPEAKE - John Gregory Leche, 47, died tragically Oct. 27, 2008, as a result of an automobile accident. Mr. Leche, a native of Portsmouth, was the son of the late John Thomas Leche and Naomi Moniz Leche. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Priscilla Leche Holmes. Survivors include a son, John Gregory Leche II of Norfolk; a sister, Jennifer J. Leche of Chesapeake; a brother, Jeffrey P. Leche of Portsmouth; nieces and nephews, Elizabeth, Brooke, Justin and Jeff; and a host of family and friends. A memorial Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bowers Hill, by the Rev. Michael Boehling. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is handling arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Leche
Corey Floyd
November 13, 2008
To Jeff, Greg, Justin, Gini, and all relatives.
It was shocking to hear of his tragic passing. I knew John since we were just kids growing up in the same neighborhood.
Kimberly Stafford
November 7, 2008
May God bless you all and be with you in this time of loss.
Charlie (Quick) Sykes
November 6, 2008
Jeff and Family,
You are in my prayers.
Roberta Agnor
October 31, 2008
I was very stunned and deeply saddened to hear of Johnny's passing. I have known him just about my whole life and have many memories of him, mostly of us playing pool and him almost always beating me!!! I will miss him greatly and take comfort in the fact that the last time I saw him on Oct. 20th we said I love you before I left.
Roberta
Laura & Jeff Anderson
October 31, 2008
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. John will be missed.
Mark Convertino
October 31, 2008
I was shocked and sad to her about John. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pam Sherman
October 31, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of our family members. Such a tragic loss, and though we could not be there, know that we are mourning with you and arms are wrapped around you in support. I love you all, God Bless.
Pam & Jim Sherman
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Judy Mabry
October 30, 2008
Dear family of John, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all . Keep John , in your special memories and he will always be with each of you with much love. Judy Mabry
Missy & David Hump
October 30, 2008
Dear Greg,
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara and Clint Thackston
October 30, 2008
We are so sorry to here about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
beverly alexander
October 30, 2008
Greg,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad.If there
is anything we can do for you please let us
know. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Cindy (Larkin) Bissette
October 30, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Jeanene Mousso
October 30, 2008
I was stunned to hear of John passing. My brother and I will also have fond memories of the family. Our prayers and comforting thoughts are sent your ways today.
Sincerely yours,
Jeanene
Dawn Seay
October 30, 2008
Justin,
You and your family are in my prayers.
Suzee Hicks Goss
October 30, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Elizabeth Ambrose
October 30, 2008
In loving memory of my Uncle John. I will miss you terribly. Thank you for so many wonderful memories. I love you dearly.
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