Meredith Moore Leaman

Meredith Moore Leaman Jr., known lovingly as Lee, passed away on November 13, 2025. Born on October 15, 1945, in Takoma Park, Maryland. His natural warmth and charisma left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. A veteran of the United States Coast Guard, an Aerographers Mate Second Class, Lee carried with him a lifelong love for the water, especially when he was out sailing. He also enjoyed golfing and spent many hours on the course. He served his church faithfully for years as a Eucharistic Minister. Lee worked hard his entire life and retired from Siemens. He made everyone around him, especially his family and friends, feel special and cherished.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Karen Leaman; his daughter, Mickie Barczak, wife of Tom Barczak; and his brother, Robert Leaman.

He is survived by his children: Lisa Inglis (Daniel), Sandi Alter (Greg), Lynn Engen (Christopher), and Joseph Leaman. He is also survived by his siblings: William Leaman, Richard Leaman, Kathryn Hurley, Meredee Ayers, and Patricia Blanton.

He was the cherished grandfather of Lauren Canonico (Michael), Renee Barczak, TJ Barczak, Sophia Inglis, Matthew Inglis, Nicholas Alter, Anthony Alter, Connor Engen, and Haley Engen; and great-grandfather to Guinevere. He also leaves behind many treasured in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A service to honor Lee's life will be held at Ascension Catholic Church Bowie, Maryland, January 24th, 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lee’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, American Diabetes Association, and Samaritan’s Purse.