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Thomas Leach Obituary
AGE: 76 • Belmar
Thomas E. Leach, 76, of Belmar, was peacefully welcomed into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, June 14, 2014.
Born in Fords, N.J., Mr. Leach grew up in Metuchen and resided in Edison before moving to the shore area many years ago. He was an Army veteran and worked as a truck driver for Jaeger Lumber before retiring. He was a former member of the Edison First Aid and Rescue Squad #1 and the Freehold Township Independent Fire Co. He was a fan of the N.Y. Yankees and N.Y. Giants.
Mr. Leach was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Catherine (Murdock) Leach, as well as his sister, Geraldine O'Prandy. He is survived by his daughter, Arlene ("That's my girl"), grandsons Anthony and Christopher, several nieces and nephews, as well as special friends.
Cremation services were held privately. A memorial Mass will be held at the Church of St. Rose, Belmar, N.J., on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2310 Highway 34, Suite 1D, Manasquan, NJ 08736. For additional information or to send condolences, visit www.obrienfuneralhome.com.
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Lizzie Connors
October 16, 2018
You were the best pop pop i miss you more and more everyday, i miss going to watch the airplanes land at monmouth air port with you, you always taking me for rides and letting me become the girl i am today :)
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Andrew Davis
June 17, 2014
Hey Guy!! See ya when I get there. Have a joke ready for me. Miss ya already!
June 16, 2014
You were one of a kind, you always put a smile on my face. We always fought over who was better Yankees and Mets. May you rest in peace mr.leach
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