Robert J.
Robert J. “Bob” Leach. Photo: Ebright Funeral Home

Robert Joseph “Bob” Leach, 90, of Lakeland, Florida, a former resident of Dogtown, went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Bob was born in Tremont City, Ohio on Wednesday, September 9, 1936 and was raised by an aunt and uncle in Dogtown. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Leach.

He was a 1954 graduate of Frankfort High School. Bob was a veteran of the Korean War having served Honorably in the United States Marine Corps. Bob then owned and operated his own barber shop for several years. He made many great friends and heard many wild stories, all of which he loved. He then got a position at the Frankfort, Ohio Post Office as a rural mail carrier. Bob retired and he and Bonnie moved to Lakeland, Florida. They have lived there the past 28 years. He and Bonnie kept in touch with their many friends.

Bob was laid to rest at the Florida National Cemetery at Bushnell, Florida. Those who wish to share of memory of Bob and sign his online register may do so at www.ebrightfuneralhome.com.

Full service details and the family guest book are available at Ebright Funeral Home.

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