Velma Autin Leech at her residence on April 19, 2011. Beloved wife of 63 years to the late Russell G. Leech. Beloved mother of Constance Catalano (Tony) of Metairie, La., Jane Leech of Covington, La. and Karen Savoie (Randy) of Centennial, Co. Daughter of the late Philip Autin and Isabella Larousse Autin. Grandmother of Roshelle Alfonso, (Chris), Lauren Meno, (Duane), Emily Savoie and Russell Savoie. Sister of Bessie Sumrall. Age 85 years. A native of Lockport, La. and a resident Metairie, La. Donations can be made in her name to The American Heart Association. Services will be private. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway. Condolences may be expressed online at www.tharpsontheimer.com.
