Michelle Leigh Leach

Michelle Leigh (Young) Leach, age 54 of Springfield, Ohio passed away June 27, 2026. She was born October 17, 1971 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Carl Young and Pamela (Belt) Guy. Michelle is survived by her beloved husband of 22 years, Richard Leach, mother, Pamela (James) Guy, children; Emily, Ryan (Kelly), Adam, and Alesia (Adam), grandchildren; Aidan, Karter, Nathan, Kaylynn, Zakaria, Zakeeya, and Zayd, great-grandchildren; Astra and Lucien, and siblings; Michael, John, Shannin, Leighane. Michelle was preceded in death by her father, Carl Young.

She attended cosmetology school and built a career as a licensed cosmetologist. She also worked as a bartender at Club North and VFW Post 1031, where her warm personality and welcoming spirit made lasting impressions and many lifelong friendships. She had a deep love for music and enjoyed everything from rock and roll to R&B, always finding joy and comfort in a favorite song. While she worked hard throughout her life, her greatest and most treasured role was being a homemaker. Taking care of her home and family was never simply a responsibility to her — it was where her heart truly belonged. Her family was the center of her world and the most important part of her life. She found her greatest happiness in being surrounded by the people she loved and making sure those around her always felt cared for. The love, strength, warmth, and devotion she shared will forever live on in the hearts of those blessed to know and love her.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, July 2, 2026 from 4:00-7:00 PM at the Jackson Lytle and Lewis Life Celebration Center, Springfield. The funeral service will begin at 7:00 PM, also at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com.