Elizabeth Leek

Elizabeth “Betty” Leek

November 23, 1936 – November 4, 2026 

Elizabeth Leek, lovingly known to everyone as Betty, lived a full life, just 19 days shy of her 90th birthday. Betty passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, leaving behind a family and countless memories that will be cherished for generations. Born on November 23, 1936, to Chesley and Margaret Hall, Betty was a woman with a personality all her own. A little sassy, fiercely independent, and never afraid to speak her mind, she was equally known for her generous heart and nurturing spirit. She was a natural caretaker, and one of the ways she showed her love was through cooking for anyone who walked through her door. Friends, family, and anyone who happened to stop by could count on being welcomed, fed, and made to feel at home. She loved entertaining and bringing people together, creating a place where memories were made and traditions were built. For her family, holidays like the Fourth of July and Christmas spent at her house became some of the most treasured memories of all. To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was affectionately known as Nanny. Betty also had a lifelong love of animals, especially her dogs. Over the years, she loved and cared for 13 dogs, and we have no doubt she was looking forward to being reunited with every one of them. She is survived by her children: Teri Lerner, Sheri Sapp, Gina Mutchler, and Jack Leek (Kelly); her grandchildren: Heather, Leah, Lauren, Kristen, Amanda, Danielle, Billy, Jack, and Melynda; her great-grandchildren: Aidan, Jonathan, Chase, Paige, Elson, Scarlett, Piper, Beau, and Isla; her sisters Patricia and Eileen, and her partner of 15 years, Carroll Hagan. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Melvin Leek, and her siblings, Mary, Janet, Chet, and Billy. Betty’s legacy is one of family, generosity, and a home that was always open to those she loved. The meals she shared, the holidays she hosted, the laughter around her table, and the memories she created will live on in the hearts of her family and all who knew her. She will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished as our Nanny.

The family will gather privately to honor her memory.