Louis F. Leachman, Jr.

Louis F. Leachman, Jr., 91, of New Haven, passed away November 25, 2025 at his home.  He was a former buyer for Bacon's Department Store and a sales representative, retiring from Masterlock.  He was a devout Catholic, and at the age of 16 entered into the Abbey of Gethsemani.  He also worked at the monastery for a period of time later in life.  Louis worked for Boone and Boone, where he enjoyed working alongside his good friend, Charlie Boone.  He and his wife, Eva, attended St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis, Sr. and Elizabeth Leachman; along with a brother, Victor Leachman.  He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Eva Leachman; one son, Dawson Leachman; two daughters, Betty L. Howell (Steve) and Julie L. Crismon (David); three step-children, Carolyn Fessel, Wes Mosier, Jr., and Darryl Mosier (Alana); three sisters, Joan Amburgey, Carmelia Gregory, and Celide Dymond (Lewis); a sister-in-law, Mary Leachman; along with eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Friday, November 28, 2025 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, New Hope, Ky.  In keeping with his wishes, cremation will follow mass.  In lieu of flowers, please make all memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, the Abbey of Gethsemani, and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.  Joseph L. Greenwell Funeral Home, New Haven has been entrusted with arrangements.

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