John Joseph Leach

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.