Mr. Thomas Ralph Leith, age 87, formerly of Andreas, died Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at Palmerton Village in Palmerton, Pa.
Tom was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Lincoln Virginia, and then worked in the computer division for the Department of Defense for 32 years, retiring in 1974.
Born in Philmont, Va., he was the son of the late Robert and Pauline (Piggott) Leith.
Preceded in death by his wife Hedy (Dillman) Leith on Dec. 25, 2004; brothers, Robert, and Richard Leith; sisters Miss. Catherine Leith, and Mrs. Mary Louise Purkey.
Survived by his caregivers, Joe and Charyl Epler of Andreas, and many nieces, and nephews.
Arrangements are being handled by Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Inc., 2066 West Penn Pike, New Ringgold, Pa..
Graveside services Friday July 8, 2011 at Sky View Memorial Park Lafayette Ave. Tamaqua, Pa. 18252, at 11 o'clock A.M., Rev. Greg Liable to officiate.
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