Daniel, 24 years old, went home to the Lord the day after his mother passed away, in his sleep.
Dear Lord,
Please help Daniel and Della's family and friends in this time of loss and overwhelming grief. We don't
understand why our lives are filled with this pain and heartache. But
we turn our eyes to you as we seek to find the strength and faithfulness. Please show us your compassion, Lord. Help us
through the pain and cause all of us grieving to run to you. We know you are with us, your love will never leave us. Amen
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to
death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision
we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We
find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having
shared their love. Leo Buscaglia
Daniel J. Leach, 24, of North Ash Avenue, Parker, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, May 14, 2008, at his residence.
Mr. Leach was born June 17, 1983, in Frederick, Md.
He was the son of Michael G. Leach Sr. of Parker and the late Della V. Leach, who died Tuesday.
Mr. Leach was a 2001 graduate of Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School. He enjoyed motorcycles, tattoos and body piercing.
He was a social member of Parker VFW Post 7073.
In addition to his father, Mr. Leach is survived by one sister,
Danielle M. Leach, one brother, Michael G. Leach Jr.; his paternal grandmother, Dorothy Leach; and one nephew, Zachary Hopkins.
Mr. Leach is also survived by a number of close friends, aunts, uncles and cousins, and by his girlfriend, Amanda.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his maternal
grandparents, Maynard and Della Fritz Sier; and his paternal
grandfather, John Leach.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the Hile Funeral Home Inc., 1204 Kerr Ave., Emlenton.
Joint funeral services for Daniel Leach and his mother, Della, will be
held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with the Rev. Joseph
Bonafed, pastor of St. Mary Our Lady of the Snows Roman Catholic
Church, Parker, officiating.
Interment will be in Parker Presbyterian Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family.
