John Leech

5th Apr 1940 — 10th Mar 2026

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John Leech, of Burbage, passed away peacefully in the George Eliot Hospital on 10th March 2026 aged 85 years.

Beloved husband to Brenda. Devoted father to Richard, Matthew and Edward and father in law to Zoe and Deborah and much loved Dada to Abe, Raeven and Phoebe.

Funeral service to take place at the Barsby Service Chapel at G.Seller on Saturday 11th April at 12:45pm.

Family flowers only please.

Donations may be made for Dementia UK by clicking the 'Make a Donation' button on this webpage.

All enquiries c/o G.Seller 'Independent Funeral Directors' 75 Upper Bond Street, Hinckley, LE10 1RH. Tel: 01455 637457.

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Funeral Service

Date:
Saturday 11th April 2026

Time:
12:45pm

Location:
Barsby Service Chapel at G.Seller
65, Upper Bond Street
Hinckley
Leicestershire, LE10 1RH

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Messages Of Condolence

We watched the service from across the miles, and you all did John proud. We have many wonderful memories of his and Brenda’s visits to Aotearoa New Zealand, and our one visit to Begonia Close, where we were welcomed like family.

Rest in peace, John, and our sympathy and love to Brenda and family xxx

Shelley and James Cousins

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Such great memories of John and family holidays. He will be missed.

Samantha Miles

Dear Brenda and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. Thinking of you and sending love. With deepest sympathy, Cheddi and Family.

Cheddi Gore

All the best dads are called John 😄 Family was so important to John and spending time with his sons and grandkids brought him so much joy. I feel special that I too spent time with him, someone who always had a welcoming hug and I loved our little Christmas dance together. Now he’s free from pain and we can cherish his memory.

Sarah Morgan

John was such a great cousin; always pleased to see you, a gentleman and a friend. I used to love dancing with him at family gatherings. My love to Brenda and “the boys” et al xxxx

Tracey & Guy Carruthers

John you were a truly lovely man, despite your health challenges you were always such a gentleman, kind and thoughtful of those around you.
I will always fondly remember you dancing with myself and with others, your joy of music was infectious. You had the very best dance moves.
It’s been my privilege to have known you ❤️
My thoughts are with Brenda and your boys and with your family and friends.
You are very missed by all who knew you x

Sam Preston

Such sad news. I will remember him as a lovely, caring, kind man.

Helen Smith

John was my dear friend, I met him at Sapcote hub. We spent many happy hours laughing and chatting. I miss him. Toni.

Toni Carter

John was such a dear man. We especially have very fond memories of him and Brenda trying to teach us to dance for our wedding. He will be missed.

Catherine and Chris Birch

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So sorry for your loss, Rich, thinking of you and the whole family. Never got to meet John but by all accounts he sounded a great man with good humour. RIP

Andrew

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