Obituary
Palmyra- Donald R. Leach, age 72, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2023.
Friends may call Saturday (Jan. 20th) from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Perkins-Ames Funeral Home, 2583 E. Main St., Gorham, New York.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring of 2024.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1120 South Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620.
Don was born on August 10, 1951 in Canandaigua, NY. He was the son of Benjamin Douglas Leach, Jr. and Beatrice Pitcher Leach. Don was a graduate of Marcus Whitman High School.
Don drove truck for most of his adult life. He worked for Bingham Rollers (Finzer) for 16 years. Don also enjoyed trucking for area farms and vineyards. His last full-time trucking job was with Empire Trucking.
Don was a member of the Palmyra American Legion. He enjoyed out door activities, and hanging out with friends. He was an avid sports fan, especially following the New York Yankees and the Buffalo Bills.
Don is survived by 3 children, Justin (Elizabeth) Leach, Ryan (Molly Pease) Leach and Mallory Leach; and 7 grandchildren, Ryker, Hudson, Lincoln, Amorrette, Ryan, Bayleigh and Teagan Leach.
He is also survived by his brother, Wayne (Sharon) Leach and his sister, Jeanne Page; his girlfriend, Kathy Callari; his dog, Lily; by several nieces, nephews and cousins; and by many, many friends.
Don was predeceased by his parents; and by his brother-in-law, Charles Page.
Please visit www.kenperkinsfuneralhome.com to send a condolence to the Leach family.