Leslie Librock

Librock, Leslie (nee Whitehead)

Oct 22, 2025

Age 100 of Orchard Park, and a former long-time resident of the City of Tonawanda, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Leslie was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Ralph, who passed away in 2021. Beloved mother of Ned (Sharon), David (Martha), the late Jeffrey, and Gretchen. Cherished grandmother of Sarie (Eric), Christian, Jacob, Matthew (Kathryn), Brett (Heather), Emily (Brock), and Jason. Special great-grandmother to ten with another great-grandson due in December. Sister of the late Ruth (late Ernest) Hurtubise, the late Eileen (late Lawrence) Hurtubise, the late Edna (late Ralph) Costello, and the late Betty (late Joseph) Quinzio; also, survived by several nieces and nephews. Leslie was a stay-at-home mom before working at Columbus McKinnon for several years to help her children with their college education expenses. In retirement she enjoyed golfing, quilting, walking with Ralph, doing jigsaw puzzles, and most of all, spending quality time with her grandchildren. Leslie was a member of Salem United Church of Christ for many decades. At Salem, she was a member of the Dorcas Quilting Society, where she enjoyed spending time quilting with many very dear friends. Leslie received excellent and compassionate care for the last 3 ½ years of her life at the Fox Run at Orchard Park Health Center in Orchard Park. The Librock family extends a sincere thank you to the Fox Run staff for the wonderful attention and care afforded to her. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, October 29th, from 3-7 PM at JOHN O. ROTH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 25 William St. (between Morgan and Broad Streets.), Tonawanda. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday, October 30th at 11 AM at Salem United Church of Christ, 114 Morgan Street, Tonawanda, NY. A private burial will precede the service. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions are preferred to the Fox Run Employee Appreciation Fund, Fox Run at Orchard Park, One Fox Run Lane, Orchard Park, NY 14127 or to the Salem United Church of Christ Endowment Fund. Please share condolences online at www.ROTHFUNERAL.com