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IMAROGBE LEACH Obituary

On Sunday evening, April 22, 2018, our hearts were saddened by the sudden passing of our loved one, Mr. Imarogbe J. T. Leach, affectionately known as "Rogbe."

Rogbe was born November 8, 1979, in Petersburg, VA. He was educated in the Petersburg Public School System. Rogbe was employed at Central State Hospital of 15 years until his health begin to declined.

He had a kind hearted spirit and he loved to make jokes. Rogbe enjoyed working on cars and riding his motorcycle. He was a member of the Deep Rooted Motorcycle Club.

Rogbe leaves to cherish his memories: his parents, Richard and Stephanie Leach; a daughter, Imari Leach and son, Tristan Leach; step-son, Javion Drew; mother of his children, Nataya Leach; two brothers, Richard "Arkell" Leach (Inga) and Kendall Leach; a sister, Chichona Leach; his heart and soul, Montoya Dandridge and her son, Elijah Jordan; grandparents, Wendell Timms (Thelma); aunts, Eva Parker (Gennie), Madeline Harris (Rupert), Bernadine Dean (John) and Penny Felder (Richard); uncles, Wendell Keith Timms, Thomas Leach and Timothy Leach; father-in-law, Arthur Drew; devoted cousins, Wendell "KeKe" Timms, Arell Bradby, and Latisha Granderson (Randolph); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Service will be held 11:00 A.M., Monday, April 30, 2018, in the Chapel of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, Bishop Jeffrey L. Reaves, Sr., Pastor of Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, eulogist. Interment will be private.

The family will assemble 10:00 A.M. the day of the service and will as receive friends at the 8226 Powell Lane, Disputanta, VA.

J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911. Watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Progress-Index from Apr. 28 to Apr. 29, 2018.

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Tristan Leach

November 14, 2022

Love you dad. :(

Imari Leach

September 3, 2020

He likes most of the things i liked. We both like riding motorcycles, eating a lot, sleeping. He made a lot of jokes. He was special to me. Everyone says that me and him are twins because we look alike. I love my dad from the ground to the sky. I miss him. I loved him so much, but i couldn't see him a lot. Every time me and Tristan went to go spend the weekend with him, we did everything we could. But that all stopped in 2018. The day he died, i went to go see him a couple hours before he died because my grandfather took us to see him after church. I miss him so much.

Thomasine Gilliam

April 30, 2018

Prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.

April 29, 2018

Edmond&Fannie curley we will miss you Imarogbe your family

Dametria Wilson

April 29, 2018

I would like to send my prayers and condolences to the Leach family. He was a wonderful person who always kept the people around him smiling. RIH #114

James "Billy", Wilburt, & Hattie Bonner

April 29, 2018

Stephanie, & family, you're in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strengthen you and may he find a comforting place in your heart. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 29, 2018

I am so sorry for your family's loss. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone you loved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who passed on are precious in his eyes. Psalm 147:3


~CJ, BRONX, N.Y.

John & Vinnie Best

April 29, 2018

Our deepest condolences to the family. Rogbe's kind and gentle spirit will always be remembered.

Tonika Clanton

April 29, 2018

I would like to send a special prayer to your babies and send my deepest condolences to the Leach family. You will missed Leach (a good dude)continue to RIH!
"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning."-Psalm 30:5

Virginia Epps-Street

April 28, 2018

To the family...this man was a good dude. He was very loyal and I can say he stood by me when I needed a friend. Leach...you're going to be missed....prayers are with the family

Desyiny Kocoa Cochran

April 27, 2018

A bright young man that I have known since my childhood Blandford days. You were a good friend (always joking) & a good mechanic. I was very saddened to hear the news of your passing Rogbe. You will truly be missed. My prayers & deepest condolences go out to the rest of your family & friends. Fly high..

James and Melodee Jones

April 27, 2018

May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow. I'm appreciative of the time, I was blessed to have known you.

Nicole Luster

April 27, 2018

Such a kind..funny and warm individual...you will be missed.

Your spirit is still alive along with your jokes....Your talents and your drive.....

My fellow co worker you will be missed and never forgotten. I know you are Look over everyone as if u never left! #LONGLIVELEACH -Sst Luster

Audrey Fisher

April 26, 2018

To the Leach and Timms family.We all are going through a lot n this season. .Power and strength from the most high. Forever in my thoughts and prayers. Friends for life. Tell Madeline hi.

Nikina Duncan

April 26, 2018

May God be with your family during this time.

Vilma Short

April 26, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May the love of family, friends and special memories bring you comfort.

Delores J Bland

April 26, 2018

Condolences to the entire Leach family. Praying for you and with you. God Bless

Cheryl Anderson

April 26, 2018

To the family I want to say Leech was always a gentleman in his actions and words . God bless his family until you meet again.

Bertha Williams Bland

April 26, 2018

Stephanie, our hearts are broken and sad to hear of Imarogbe's passing. We are praying for you and your family asking God to provide the strength needed at such a sad and difficult time. He will truly be missed...Rip Rogbe. ...Bland Family/6th Street

GWEN ALEXANDER

April 26, 2018

MY PRAYES ARE WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIEND AT THIS TIME, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,HE IS RIDING WITH GOD,

missy

April 26, 2018

Dear Family of Imarogbe J. T. Lech,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. In times likes these the hope from God's word has helped me and I would like to share it with you. John 5:28, 29 Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.
For further bible hope please feel free to look up www.jw.org all downloads are free.
Sincerely,
Missy
[email protected]

TJ Davis

April 26, 2018

You were always like brother to me. You loved my sister unconditionally and planned to be her husband. I know you in a better place. I'm gone miss you bruh, but know that you will never be forgotten. Rest easy bruh.

Arlisha Kerns

April 26, 2018

Prayers for your children,family and friends at this time for comfort and strength. You will be greatly missed.

Shawna Williams

April 26, 2018

Rest on my brother. You will be missed. I will celebrate our birthdays in your memory.

Zenobia Hampton-Mitchell

April 26, 2018

To the Leach family I am so heartbroken to hear of Imarogbe passing. I know he meant a lot to Dingie as his God child and all of your children he loved and talked about with great things to say.I hope you all can be a comfort to each other at this time.We love you all,will keep in touch please feel free to call us any time day or night.

Shelley S Sullins

April 26, 2018

Dear Stephanie and Family. We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious son, Imarogbe. God bless you and your family.

Essie Crockett

April 26, 2018

TO THE FAMILY I SEND MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES.REALLY GOING TO MISS TALKING TO THIS GENTLE SOUL ON FACEBOOK.I AM HURTING BUT IT CANNOT COMPARE TO YOUR PAIN.THEY PROBABLY HAVE THE CARS LINED UP IN HEAVEN FOR REPAIRS ONCE HE GETS SOME REST FROM DOWN HERE.

Jason Moody

April 26, 2018

You will forever be missed.

shaquita CHAPMAN

April 26, 2018

SO SORRY FOR THE LOST OF ROGBE, WE are praying for you family. love Michael and sha-quita

Theodosia Jones

April 26, 2018

I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to the Leach Family/Friends. May the Lord give you all comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Bena Jenkins-Bey

April 25, 2018

I would like to send my deepest condolences to his family Rogbe was the coolest down to earth guy and he will definitely be missed but never forgotten

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