James T Leach

1948 ∼ 2007

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James Thomas Leach

James Thomas Leach, 58, of Lumberton was born August 5, 1948 in Beaumont and went to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 26, 2007. A graduate of French High School, he was a Beaumont resident before moving to Lumberton in 2001. He owned Entergy Air and Sheet Metal Specialties before retiring. James was an avid fisherman and was known at local speedway racetracks.

He is survived by his mother, Gertie Leach of Cheek; sons, Tommy Leach of Vidor, Michael Leach of Baytown, Lewis T. Leach of Bevil Oaks, Chris Leach of Port Neches; daughters, Jamie Allen of California, Keepher and Kalie Leach of Lumberton; granddaughters Carley and Cassie Leach of Vidor, Ashlyn and Alyssa Leach of Baytown, Michael Graves and Mason Allen of California; and sister, JoAnn Stuart of Cheek; and brother, Louis B. Leach, Jr. of Vista, California.

He was preceded in death by his father, Louis B. Leach, Sr.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5-8:00 p.m. Monday at Claybar Kelley-Watkins Funeral Home.

Condolences

Anonymous May 30, 2007

Chris/Jamie, I am sorry to hear about your dad. he was always so nice to me when I would come over. I know we don't talk, but I'm here if you want a friend. My new number is 409-791-4941.##imported-begin##Ashley Vandewater-Drake##imported-end##

Anonymous May 30, 2007

Leslie, My prayers are with you, I love you & James. I will be in touch soon. I love you, Elizabeth Robin##imported-begin##Elizabeth Robin##imported-end##

Anonymous May 30, 2007

My precious JoAnn and Girdie, Our prayers,love and friendship are with you and your family. We love you and didn't know of James' death until after his service. God will give you comfort in this time of sorrow.Love,Lee, Mikel & Hunter Lombard##imported-begin##Mikel Lombard##imported-end##

Anonymous May 29, 2007

JODY AND MISS GERTIE MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE BOTH OF YOU...##imported-begin##PAM##imported-end##

Anonymous May 29, 2007

MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT FOR EACH OF YOU IN THIS LOSS. MAY JAMES RESIDE WITH OUR LORD IN PEACE AND HAPPINESS FOR ETERNITY. EVER IN CHRIST, SUZANNE THORNTON##imported-begin##SUZANNE THORNTON##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

I will carry on for you...Will deeply miss you..Love you James Thomas... your Sissy##imported-begin##SISSY##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

We are deeply sorry for your loss. May God keep you close to him.##imported-begin##Gary & Pat Rayburn##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Gertie and Jodie, I know you will mass James. Now that his suffering has ended he is finally at peace. Now just remember him as a loving son & brother.##imported-begin##Phil Latham##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Our PRAYES are allways with you and your Mother##imported-begin##Charlie##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

My sincerest sympathy and love to Jody and Momma Gertie.##imported-begin##Marilyn Watson##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Jody, family, and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are are with you. We pray for Gods embrace as you celebrate the life of James. Byron and Karen Neathery##imported-begin##Byron Neathery##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Though the light has gone out now for James, it continues to shine on though his children and family members. He has left many footprints and it is my prayer God will comfort each of you as only He can truly do. I pray God's richest blessings on each of ##imported-begin##Nina Baugh##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.##imported-begin##Tammy##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

May His Peace and Love surround you at this difficult time and may James rest in the arms of His Angels. I Did Not Die Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glint on s##imported-begin##Gale Beyer##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Our condolences to the family and especially JoAnn##imported-begin##Zach & Judy Booth##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

God Bless you both, Momma and JoAnn. We love you.##imported-begin##Jack & Peggy Bryan##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. Love the Stuarts##imported-begin##Lee, Robbie & Christian Stuart##imported-end##

Anonymous May 28, 2007

I'm so sorry I can't be with you at this time. You know my heart is there even if my body isn't.##imported-begin##Joe and Freida Smith##imported-end##