Charles Leech

October 5, 1952 – May 9, 2022

Charles (Chuck) Leech died peacefully at his home in Durango on May 9, 2022, surrounded by his family, after a battle with cancer. He had many friends and great support, for which the family is sincerely grateful. Chuck was a math teacher for many years, at Durango High School and Broomfield High School, beloved by his students and colleagues. He was also dedicated to fostering student leadership.

Chuck is survived by his son, Keith Leech and wife Nicole, grandchildren Austin, Brenden, and Aspen, all of Grand Junction; his mother, Mary Leech of Louisville, CO, four sisters: Peg Leech (Louisville, CO), Kathy Bentson (Seattle, WA), Joy Blongewicz and Michael (Lebanon, NH), and Jan Jennings and Barry (Lilburn, GA), as well as nieces Kelsey Blongewicz and Julia Jennings and nephew Andrew Jennings.

Donations may be made to Durango Hospice.