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Michael Leach Obituary
Michael P. Leach, 78, of Stony Point, NY passed on June 27, 2017. He was born on August 22, 1938 in Highland Falls to Paul and Elizabeth (Murphy) Leach. Michael married the love of his life Juliana Young in 1961 in the Immaculate Conception Church in Tomkins Cove. Michael was a New York State Trooper for 32 years retiring in 1996. He was a member of the Holy Name Society in Immaculate Conception church. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing and hiking. He was an outdoorsman. He is survived by his loving wife Juliana of Stony Point, his beloved children Michael (Kathryn) of Indianapolis, IN, James (Colleen) of Gilford New Hampshire, Peter ( Dee) of New Paltz, NY, Juliana of Port Chester, NY, his adored and cherished grandchildren Amanda, Amy, Annette, Courtney, Christine, Anthony, Rebecca and Peter Jr., as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friend and relatives on Sunday July 2nd from 4 - 8 PM at the TJ McGowan Sons Funeral home 71 N. Central Highway Garnerville, NY. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated for Michael on Monday July 3rd at 10 AM in Immaculate Conception Church in Stony Point with Interment to follow in the Eagle Valley Cemetery in Highland Falls. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Michael's memory to the American Cancer Society, Hudson Valley Chapter 121 Executive Drive New Windsor, NY 12553 or The Salvation Army, 179 Main Street Spring Valley, NY 10977.
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Chuck Luce
May 13, 2023
I worked for Mike at Lake Sebago. He was our head lifeguard. After Lake Sebago, I served a 29-year military career that included several combat missions and a 22-year career as a chemist. I credit a great part of my success in life as the result of my experience working with Mike. Mikes easy going style coupled with his desire for himself and the people that worked with him to do the best job possible was what Mike was about. This experience of working with Mike at Lake Sebago gave me an understanding of how important it is to focus on doing the best job possible and not just efforts at making yourself look good.
Chuck Luce
Bob Dinan
February 12, 2021
Uncle Mike was a great man and second father for me and others "on the hill". He made me laugh, he made me think, and he taught me a lot. Im sorry I didn't see him more in his later years.
John Dinan
June 26, 2020
As time goes by and our immediate families get together we always talk about the great times you gave us with your stories which brings a smile to our faces. You are missed more than ever, your family is doing great and continue your tradition of telling stories, jokes and having an overall good time. We Love you and think of you so often about the great memories and fun times. God bless you, we cannot believe it has been 3 years but you are still very close to our hearts and will be forever. Carol, Laura and John Dinan.
Bill Morehouse
July 8, 2017
Rest in peace, Mickey. I've known Mike since
1976, but haven't seen him since before he retired.
Had a lot of good times with him at the Academy.
He managed to keep us all in stitches. To his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
paul starck
July 2, 2017
RIP BROTHER
inv phstarck - NYSP - (ret)
Melinda Young
July 1, 2017
We're heartbroken about Uncle Mike. He was a Great Man and will be deeply missed. The family is in our thoughts and Prayers.
Love Always,
Jay and Melinda
June 30, 2017
Jill, Mike, Peter and Julie,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Mike was was my favorite cousin always telling funny stories and was a great man.
May God bless you through these trying times, Mike (your husband/Dad) is finally at peace and no longer in pain from this terrible disease.
Love you all and God Bless,
John V Dinan III-Dallas, Texas
sean wilson
June 30, 2017
Pete, very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Stay strong.
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