He was born February 20, 1934, in Parkersburg, WV, a son to the late Frank & Wilma Stephens Leach. He co-owned and operated Lubeck Citgo convenience store in Lubeck, WV. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 169 AF & AM, and Shriner for 50 years and served in the US Navy reserves. He also helped to start a motorcycle unit and the Pee Wee Wrestling program. He was also a state Referee for the high school wrestling teams. Jack was also a retired truck driver for DuPont de Nemours.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Sue Leach, of 62 years; one son Rodney (Marilyn) Leach of Christmas, FL; one daughter Jenny Sue (Dave) Taylor of Deland, FL; one brother Mike (Roberta) Leach of Vienna, WV; two grandchildren Brittany Martin of Christmas, FL and Amanda (George) Gonzales of Chicago, IL.
Services will be held on Thursday, October 23, at 1:00 PM, at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home with interment following in Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2:00-4:00 PM and 6:00-8:00. Pastor Jim Yoak will be officiating over the service. Masonic Lodge #169 will perform the graveside service.
Online condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.sunsetparkersburg.com.
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