Maryellen M. Leach (nee Callaway) passed away suddenly on June 13, 2024 at the age of 70.

Beloved wife of Bill Leach, Sr. Loving mother of Lisa McNicoll, Richard McNicoll, Sr. (Jamie), Gary Vargas (Kinni) and Dianna McBride (Francis). Dear grandmom of 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Howard, Gary, Henry, and George Callaway; and her loving nieces, nephews and cousins.

Maryellen retired from the Philadelphia School District after 27 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Thursday Eve June 20, 2024 at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. Phila., PA 19125 from 6:00 PM-7:45 PM followed by her Service at 8:00 PM. Interment private.

* Family requests everyone wear Maryellen's favorite color purple and/or gold in her memory. *