| Graduation Year | Class of 1975 |
| Date of Passing | Nov 06, 2018 |
| About | James P. Leach Wolf Creek, MT - James P. Leach, age 62, passed away peacefully at his home in Montana, on November 6, 2018. Jim was born August 3, 1956, the fourth of six Leach babies. He was a 1975 graduate of OTHS. At his father's side, he became a skilled craftsman and his work is visible throughout NJ and MT. Jim had a passion for the outdoors. Sharing stories of hunting and fishing with friends and family brought smiles to many. He left the Jersey Shore to be in the mountains of Montana, where he spent the last 8+ years. He lived his life the way he wanted. Although he left us too early--and will be greatly missed--he did get in a lot of living in his 62 years. Jim was predeceased by his father, John F. Leach (10/17/01) and his nephew, James T. Moore (03/26/17). Surviving are his mother, Gloria B. Leach: his 3 sisters, Barbara Burdette, Nancy McDonough, and Gloria Beth Dahrouge; and his 2 brothers, John F. Leach and Cliff Leach. He also leaves 7 nieces, 3 nephews, 6 great-nieces/nephews and many devoted friends. Plans for a memorial to celebrate Jim's life, share stories, laugh, and cry will be circulated to family and friends once finalized. Published in Asbury Park Press on Nov. 15, 2018 |
