Mark W. Leach of Casco, passed away on May 11, 2023

He lived a long life of 89 years, being born in Mechanic Falls to Mark A. Leach and Jennie A. Bailey on December 6, 1933.

Mark graduated from Casco High School in 1953. He then attended Moody Bible School in Chicago. Mark and Nancy Webb were married in 1954 and enjoyed 69 years of marriage until his passing.

After practicing ministry, he went on to be a stone and brick mason alongside his father Mark and brother Cyrus. He and Cy formed Leach Bros. Masonry later on and built many “Works of Art” as they would call it. Most locals know of their work.

He enjoyed many activities throughout his long life. He took art classes from an accomplished German artist and completed many beautiful pieces, along with countless sketches. Snowmobiling, ice fishing, square dancing, blacksmithing, golf, stock car races at Oxford Plains Speedway, and writing quotes, Bible verses, and memoirs in his notebooks were among his favorites. A few of his favorite quotes, “Treat people with kindness,” “The mountains are calling – I must go,” “It is what it is,” “Don’t worry be happy,” “Not all that wander are lost.” JOHN 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Mark mostly enjoyed his family.

He is predeceased by his son Damon Leach, grandson Stephen Pratt, brother Cyrus Leach, and half brother David Leach.

Survived by his wife Nancy Leach, three children, Becky King, Lori Akerson, and Joel Leach. Five grandchildren, Allison Digsby, Renee Parmelee, Amy Prescott, Maria Landry, and Jessica Frye, 10 great-grandchildren, all of whom he adored, and many relatives and friends.

His kindness toward others was unmatched by most. He was a dedicated father and included his children in his many activities. He will be missed by all who knew him. We All Love and Miss you Popsy!

A family graveyard service will be scheduled at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of the Hall Funeral Home, 165 Quaker Ridge Road, Casco. www.hallfuneralhome.net.