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Mark Hooks posted a condolence
Thursday, January 25, 2018
I had the honor of serving under Dr. Leach at the Kentucky Department of Publuc Health. He was one of the most influential mentors in my life. His compassion for his fellow citizens and their wellbeing was inspiring to those around him.
His positive impact on the health of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Kentucky lives on through many stautory improvements carried out under his tenure. He is missed by those who he lead.
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Robert W. Amler MD MBA FAAP FACPM posted a condolence
Sunday, August 28, 2016
I learned of this only today (Aug 2016), through the US Public Health Service.
Rice was a charming man, always engaging and interested in helping others solve problems. I had not seen him for quite some time, but thought of him often.
My sincerest condolences to all who knew and loved Rice. Our nation has lost a wonderful and inspiring public health leader.
Rob Amler
CAPT USPHS (Ret)
HHS Regional Health Administrator (Ret)
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Stephen & Aida Heath posted a condolence
Monday, August 15, 2016
Aida and I were greatly saddened when we recently learned of Rice's passing in the July issue of the Retiree Newsletter. We have known Rice and Mireille since the early 1980's and I have had the distinct honor and pleasure of working with Rice over the years in Oklahoma, Phoenix and IHS Headquarters. What fond memories I have of his wisdom, inter-personal skills and all those stories and quips! Of all the great people I interacted with in my 30-year career with IHS, Rice is right up at the top of the list. And getting to know Rice and Mireille personally just made those interactions all that more special. Rice is truly a person one can never forget. Nothing but smiles comes to mind with each memory of him.
Aida and I send our heartfelt condolences to Mireille and family; you will be in our prayers.
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Robert (Skip) Collins posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
I was a colleague of Rice Leach in the USPHS and became aware of his death only today in the course of perusing the "PHS Taps" section of the most recent USCG Retiree newsletter. My deepest condolences to Mirielle and all of the leach family. He was a wonderful, intelligent, and caring human being who appreciated each day and each person he met. Rice combined his caring personality with a no nonsense approach to management and a dedication to truth-telling that may not always have been politically wise but always had the best interests of public health at heart. Although I haven't seen him in many years, I know the world today is a bit poorer for his loss. We were fortunate to have him as long as we did. RIP!
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Helen Skiba-Powell posted a condolence
Monday, April 25, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss. I knew Rice and his wife and son, George, back in Tuba City, Arizona, when I worked for USPHS as a nurse. He and Mirielle treated me like a family member. I will never forget their caring ways.
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Charlles Geveden posted a condolence
Monday, April 11, 2016
I first met Dr. Leach during my 17 year tenure in the Kentucky House of Representatives and had some contact with him while working in the Attorney General's Office and then with the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. He was an amazing person whom I liked and had tremendous respect. His impact will be felt by thousands of Kentuckians, but most will not know it was Dr. Leach who helped them.
I heard a quote from Pope John XXIII as follows: "Do not walk through time without leaving worthy evidence of your passage." Dr. Leach's evidence in addition to being worthy was boundless.
Charles Geveden
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Laura Harrod lit a candle
Thursday, April 7, 2016
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Laura Harrod posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Dr. Leach can never been replaced. He was the BEST Commissioner! He always had a smile on his face & loved messing with people. It is so appropriate that he passed on April Fools Day! Maybe that was his last "laugh" on us. I can see him in heaven now with his camera (now his phone) taking pictures of everyone and everything around him and making everyone smile and feel special. He didn't care if you were a head honcho or a small person on the ladder of life if you knew him he made you feel special. We will truly miss such a fine man.
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Laura Harrod posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2016
Dr. Leach can never been replaced. He was the BEST Commissioner! He always had a smile on his face & loved messing with people. It is so appropriate that he passed on April Fools Day! Maybe that was his last "laugh" on us. I can see him in heaven now with his camera (now his phone) taking pictures of everyone and everything around him and making everyone smile and feel special. He didn't care if you were a head honcho or a small person on the ladder of life if you knew him he made you feel special. We will truly miss such a fine man.
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Pamela J Murphy posted a condolence
Thursday, April 7, 2016
I had the pleasure and honor of working with Dr. Leach for five years at the Cabinet for Health Services. He was one of the most highly principled men with whom I have ever worked. He was a true, dedicated, public servant, and the Commonwealth is much the less because of his death.
May you, his family, be comforted by many wonderful memories, and the knowledge that Rice rests safely and without pain in the arms of The Lord.
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C. Alex Smith lit a candle
Wednesday, April 6, 2016
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Dr. Leach was both a dear friend and a mentor to me in my Public Health training, and in my subsequent career. I'll greatly miss his unique sense of humor, his sincere warmth and kindness, and especially his wisdom. Kentucky is a much better place because of him.
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Ron Horseman lit a candle
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Fam. Armstrong Ramirez lit a candle
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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¡Recordaremos siempre su buen humor y sonrisa! Estan en nuestras oraciones.
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Leslie Cobb lit a candle
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Your dedicated work in the public health field with all of your many contributions for bettering the lives and health of so many people will always be remembered. You will be sorely missed by many but your spirit lives on through the many lives you have touched during your adventures in Public Health.
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Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Vivian Lasley-Bibbs posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
How befitting to be named our Public Health Hero. He was a great mentor and friend. His contributions to public health will not be forgotten. My prayers to the family and that you find peace in knowing that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Fondly
Vivian Lasley-Bibbs
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Stu Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
What a wonderful man. I so enjoyed conversations with Dr. Leach. As a reporter, sometimes it's mostly about asking questions and recording answers. But, it was always just a good time talking and interviewing Dr. Leach. I loved his stories about previous experiences in public health. His impact will be felt in so many ways, but many people will remember the one on one times with him. God Bless, Stu Johnson
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Jenny Glass posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
I first learned of Dr. Leach through a session at KPHA in which he was the speaker. Wow! He really kept your attention. I immediately gained respect for him because he "told it how it was". He was a smart man and always wanted to do the right thing...he will be missed. My sympathies to his family.
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Shelley Wood, RN posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
Dr. Leach was one of a kind gentleman. I thoroughly enjoyed our many conversations on various subjects. You do not encounter many people with such an extensive biography and accomplishments yet maintains so much common sense in addition to his wealth of book knowledge and in-depth comprehension of public health. I had the privilege of knowing him for a short time (two years), but he still left an impact on my life. I was most impressed with his common sense approach to public health and his incredible work ethic. God Bless your soul Dr. Leach, may you rest in eternal peace. -- Shelley Wood
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Sarojini lit a candle
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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I remember Dr. Leach's smile and his wonderful way of weaving a story. My interaction with him was not much but he left an imprint on me on how to reach your goal. He will be missed greatly in public health.
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SABRINA SOLOMON posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
So sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Dr. Leach was an outstanding person and I will always remember the time I got to work with him. He was always willing to help his staff and always had time to stop and see how you were doing. He will be missed!!
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James m Donley posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
A truly great man and an even greater example of love and dedication for doctors everywhere
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Kelly Ranvier Durham posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
I am so honored to have worked with Dr. Leach. What an incredible human being. My condolences to his entire family.
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RADM Mary Pat Couig, USPHS, (Ret) lit a candle
Monday, April 4, 2016
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I am very sorry to hear about Rice. We worked together for many years when we were both on active duty in the US Public Health Service. I will always remember his passion for public health, his sense of humor and his willingness to advocate for the greater good. Rest in Peace.
Mary Pat
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Monday, April 4, 2016
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Kim Fyffe posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Dr Leach for many years at LFCHD. His dedication was obvious. Prayers for all his loved ones. When Mary died , I planted a tree in her honor and continued that tradition in honor of Dr Leach. May God bring you strength and comfort.
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Glyn Caldwell posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Dear Mireille; I was deeply saddened by Rice's death although as with my Mary, I knew they would be headed to heaven pretty close together. Please accept my condolences and I pray you and the boys will get through this. If there is something I can do to help let me know.
Glyn G. Caldwell
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Monday, April 4, 2016
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Scott Lockard posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Rice was a trusted colleague and friend. I always appreciated his wise counsel. He left Kentucky a better place than he found it. He will be missed.
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barbara solomon lit a candle
Monday, April 4, 2016
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My family and I, Barbara Solomon, send our Condolences to the Leach Family! Dr. Rice Leach will be missed by all that new and loved him! He was a wonderful commissioner at The dept. of Human Resources! I know all the places that he worked, will not be the same without his guidance! John, and all his family will be in our prayers, Sincerely, Barbara and Raymond Solomon
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Monday, April 4, 2016
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Vivian Gaines posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Mrs. Leach,
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Leach's passing. He was a great man and I am a better person to have known and worked with him. Love & Prayers to you and your family!
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Deana L. Bellis Bowling posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
My heart felt condolences to you Mrs. Leach and family. Dr. Leach was a great person and I am honored to have had the privilege to have worked for him. His personality was like a sunburst of energy, passion, and love. He gave 100% to his job, family and friends, and any that crossed his path. He may be gone, but will never be forgotten.
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David Carney posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
I extend my condolences and sympathy to your family. I had the privilege to interact with Dr. Leach on more than one occasion. If anyone was ever in a meeting with Dr. Leach you certainly knew who he was. He always asked the tough questions and was never afraid to voice his opinion. A very intelligent and unique individual.
I'm sure his reward is in Heaven. He left a legacy! It was an honor to know him. You are in my prayers at this time.
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Douglas Scutchfield posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Rice Leach was an incredibly physician, a skilled administrator and a constant advocate for the public's health. He was committed throughout his life to those who were in need of care and may not have had access to it to to problems that did not lend themselves to easy solutions.
He was a dear friend, valued colleague for 54 years, I know of no other physician who has made the impact on the Indian Health Service, the Commonwealth of Kentucky or Lexington Fayette County that Rice has.
He will be missed and the world is poorer for his departure, rest in peace, my friend.
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Lesli Brenner posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
i am so sorry for the entire family's loss. Dr. Leach was a wonderfun human being and was always warm and humurous. He will be greatly missed by so very many.
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Susan G. Zepeda posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Kentucky Public Health has lost a giant, and one of the strongest advocates for the health of all Kentuckians with the passing of Dr. Rice Leach. He has influenced so many of us working to improve population health - we, and the work we do, are all part of his legacy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family - we thank you for sharing Rice with Kentucky and the nation.
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Monday, April 4, 2016
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Monday, April 4, 2016
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Angela Dearinger, MD posted a condolence
Monday, April 4, 2016
Dr. Rice C. Leach was an extraordinary person, a true hero of public health, a dedicated mentor, and a steadfast friend. I so admired him for his integrity and leadership skills, but I also loved his eccentric personality and sense of humor. He was a true friend, and I will miss him dearly.
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Jim Lawler posted a condolence
Sunday, April 3, 2016
I had the pleasure of serving with Dr. Leach in Tucson as well as the Aberdeen Area Indian Health Service. He was a true champion of public health and when he recognized problems, he would never give up without trying to fix them. Dr. Leach was my friend and co-officer and never walked away from "RIGHT" and saw wrong as a challenge. . He was a good father and husband and the world of "PUBLIC HEALTH" needs more like him. He was not only a good physician, he was my friend. Captain Jim Lawler USPHS retired
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James J. Lawler posted a condolence
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Sorry to hear of the passing of Rice. My sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to his entire family.
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Kenny and Marilynn Glass lit a candle
Sunday, April 3, 2016
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Tami Kelder posted a condolence
Sunday, April 3, 2016
I had the privilege of knowing Dr. Leach through projects he partnered with the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service and Partnership program. It was obvious he was committed and passionate about reaching undeserved populations and offering them the same opportunities for preventive care and care for cancer treatment as others received.
Every human being has value and dignity and Rice Leach devoted his career to helping others.
It was clear he loved his family and my heart aches for you. Prayers for healing and assurance you will one day be re-united.
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AIDS Volunteers (AVOL) posted a condolence
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Leach, his family and our colleagues at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department as we honor a kind friend, an unstoppable leader, and a pioneer in limiting the spread of HIV throughout Kentucky. We salute the contributions and service of Dr. Leach to the health and well being of central Kentucky.
Sincerely, Board and staff of AVOL; and those living with HIV in Kentucky.
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Linnie Toney pledged to donate to Good Shepherd Catholic Church
Sunday, April 3, 2016
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Linnie Toney lit a candle
Sunday, April 3, 2016
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Rice your stories, smiles,and compassion would light up the room, thus I light this candle for dear friend.
Love
Linnie
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Julie A Ribes posted a condolence
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Dr Leach was a true defender of Public Health. The State will be much less for his loss. His work on th needle exchange program will impact upon many thoughout the Commonwealth, both the drug users and the citizens who will no longer be finding used needles in the parks and other public places. He was a tru hero.
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Saturday, April 2, 2016
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I can hear him laughing about leaving this world on "April Fool's" day! He will be missed by many people!
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Saturday, April 2, 2016
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Saturday, April 2, 2016
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Kevin Pearce, MD posted a condolence
Saturday, April 2, 2016
Dr. Rice Leach was a one-of-a-kind visionary and leader in public health and healthcare. His compassion for people of all kinds, his keen intelligence, quirky sense of humor, laser-like ability to get to the heart of complex problems, along with his courage, resilience and wonderfully unique way of looking at things will always be remembered. As a physician, I learned valuable and unforgettable lessons from him. Rest easy, Rice, you left the world a better place than you found it.
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