David Edwin Leach

David Edwin Leach Age 75, of Elmira, NY was born July 7, 1948, in Elmira, NY the son of the late Earl Edwin and Vera Louise (Copp) Leach. David passed away peacefully after a courageous battle on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the Corning Center for Rehabilitation in Corning, NY.

David is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Shirley Akins Leach; beloved son, Michael Leach; 2 adored grandchildren. Dave was a Veteran of the United States Air Force proudly serving his country from 1968 to 1974 during the Viet Nam War. He retired from Hardinge Inc. after several years of dedicated service. Dave very much enjoyed car shows and collecting classics of his own. He was a member of the VVA and often volunteered at the museum.

A funeral service will be held at 1 o’clock in the afternoon on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter with Interment to follow in Rosemary Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1 o’clock at the funeral home on Tuesday.

Kennedy Funeral Homes, Hooks Chapel, of Metter is in charge of the arrangements.