Richard P. Leber Sr.

MONROEVILLE — Richard P. "Dick" "Papa" Leber Sr., 86, of Willard and formerly of Monroeville, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 10, 2018, surrounded by his loving family in The Willows of Willard following a lengthy illness.He was born April 3, 1931, in Monroeville, and was a Monroeville High School graduate. He was a member of Congregational Community United Church of Christ. He was a life member of the American Legion and the Moose Lodge. Richard was in the U.S. Air Force where he served his country as a mechanic. He was employed by Chef's Pantry for many years as the fleet supervisor. Dick was a gentle teddy bear.Richard is survived by two daughters, Melodie Adelman and Lynette (Bob) Krull; two sons, Richard Leber Jr. and Eugene Leber; 15 grandchildren; two step-granddaughters; 24 great-grandchildren; one sister, Juanita Ries; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.He was preceded in death by his wife, June M. (Dailey) Leber in 2012; parents, Phillip and Eda (Weilnau) Leber; two sisters; two brothers; one son-in-law, Michael Adelman; and one daughter-in-law, Colleen Leber.Friends may call from 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, until funeral services at 3 p.m., at Pfeil Funeral Home, Monroeville Chapel, 109 Monroe St., Monroeville. The Rev. Dr. Wayne Chasney will officiate. Burial will follow in the Riverside Cemetery, Monroeville.In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Stein Hospice Services, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, OH 44870.Condolences may be shared with the family at pfeilfuneralhome.com.