Rita Leachman

Rita Leachman, 81, of Lakewood, passed away peacefully at home May 10, 2009. Rita is survived by her children, Edward Leachman, Linda (Lou) Gherardini, and Albert (Shelley) Leachman; six grandchildren; brother, Vincent Ruggio; sister, Mary Metters. Rita was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Edward. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 14, 2009 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 9405 W. Florida Avenue, Lakewood, CO, preceded by Recitation of the Rosary at 9:00 AM. Private family burial at Fort Logan National Cemetery. Donations in Rita's name may be made to the Grotto Fund at the church. Please click on ""Sign Guestbook"" to leave messages of sympathy for Rita's family.