John Joseph Leach

John Joseph Leach obituary, Columbus, OH

John Joseph Leach

John Leach Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Egan-Ryan Funeral Service - Northwest Chapel on Jun. 16, 2025.

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John Joseph Leach, age 89, passed away June 14, 2025 in Columbus, OH. He retired from the International Department, National City Bank (PNC). Member St. Agatha Church where he was a lector and sang in the choir, a Vice President/Finance, Catholic Social Services, Presidents/vice president National City Bank Quarter Century Club, Board member/Treasurer, Joint Organization of Inner City Needs (JOIN), Executive Board member, Rosemont School, Past President Catholic Men's Luncheon Club, Trustee, Kidney Foundation of Central Ohio, Commerce Chairman 1970 Leukemia Drive, Director Columbus Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees). A proud alum of St. Charles (1954). Fan of college basketball especially Providence College (Class of 1960) Friars and Big East Conference. Fan of University of Notre Dame football and OSU football. As well as golf and darts group of Our Lady of Victory. Adoring grandfather of Elizabeth Williams and Lauren Williams.
Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jane Ellen Leach; parents, Charles E. and Theresa L. (Pursell) Leach; sister, Margaret "Peggy" Powell. Survived by children: Ellen Leach, Theresa (Christopher) Cavanagh, John J. Leach, Jr.; grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Friends may call 4-7 p.m. Thursday June 19th at Egan-Ryan Funeral Home Northwest Chapel 4661 Kenny Rd. Funeral Mass will be held 10 a.m. Friday June 20th at St. Agatha Church 1860 Northam Rd. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers friends who wish may contribute in his memory to Catholic Social Services or St. Charles Preparatory School.

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June 28, 2025

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Linda Maddox Davis

June 28, 2025

I had the honor of working under Mr Leach in the International Department at National City Bank back in 1979. It was truly a blessing to work with and for him. He trained me in every aspect of international banking which later allowed me to became an International Banking Officer in Dayton Ohio. For some strange reason today he crossed my mind so I decided to research his name only to learn of his passing. He spoke highly of his wife and children and oh how proud he was of his family. My sincerest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the Lord during this time of bereavement.

Linda Maddox (Davis)
6.28.25

Ann C. Hall, Ph.D.

June 16, 2025

My husband Geoff Nelson and I will miss John and Jane very much. We enjoyed their love of theatre. We had many great conversations about plays that we had seen and a few we saw together. John and I attended a special event at Ohio Dominican when one of his favorite Providence friars was speaking. The room was abuzz-who was Ann Hall with? Well, John Leach, of course. What a fun day. We will miss them, but we are happy they are united in heaven, and we look forward to seeing them again. May they rest in peace, and may their families find comfort.

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