Keith Lynn Leach, age 58, passed away on February 7, 2026, at his home on hospice care in Fulton, Mississippi. Keith passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. He was comforted and cared for in his final moments by his spouse, Dale Harden, and his devoted caregiver, Dalton Jones, whose presence ensured he was not alone and was treated with dignity, compassion, and love until the very end. Born on October 8, 1967, in Amory, Mississippi, Keith was a lifelong North Mississippi native whose life was rooted in hard work, loyalty, and deep love for his family.

Keith was known as a skilled cabinet builder in Smithville, Mississippi, a talented mechanic, and for his work with Metalloy Foundry. He was a man who could build, fix, or figure out just about anything, and he took pride in doing things the right way. His work ethic and craftsmanship were well known and respected by all who worked alongside him.

More than anything, Keith loved the simple things in life. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding back roads, and spending time at cookouts with his family, One of his greatest joys was time spent with his grandchildren, creating memories filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments Those times laughing, telling stories, and being surrounded by the people he loved meant everything to him.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 10, at the McNeece-Morris Funeral Home Chapel in Fulton with Bro. Hunter Leach officiating. Burial will be in the Hardens Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the McNeece-Morris Funeral Home.

Keith is survived by his spouse, Dale Harden; his children Randy Hallmark of Saltillo, James Nicholas Harden (Tyler Trigg) of Tupelo, and James Bradley Harden (Chailey Harden) of Florence, Alabama. Brothers; Wayne Leach of Smithville, Bobby Leach (Nancy Brown) of Smithville. Sister; Glenda Rogers. He was a proud grandfather to Knox Lane Harden (James Bradley Harden), Bentley Kade Harden (James Bradley Harden) Riley Hallmark, Davis Rec Hallmark, Ottie Hallmark (Randy Hallmark), Jhett, Bo, and Creed (Lindsay Yates).

He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews: Angie Diana Phillips (Tasha Phillips) Mooreville, Paige Marie Leach of Smithville, Jamie Leach (Jessica Leach) of`Tupelo, Jacob Allred (Stephanie Allred), Austin Towery of Smithville, Bobby Earl Leach of Greenwood Springs (Ashley Leach), Leslie Swinney (Tanner Swinney) of Hamilton AL, Dalton Jones (Haven Jones) of Smithville, Hunter Leach (Jada Leach) of Mooreville, and Trey Leach of Smithville, along with many extended family members and dear friends.

Keith was preceded in death by his mother, Wanda Harris; his father, Bobby Leach Sr.; his brother, Scott Leach; and his nephew; Cody Lee Leach, Houston Hallmark; grandchild.

Pallbearers will be Wayne Leach, Jamie Leach, Jacob Leach, Trey Leach, Nick Harden, Bradley Harden.

A special thank you to the Legacy Hospice staff members for their compassionate care.

Keith will be remembered for his strength, his loyalty, his hands that were never afraid of hard work, and the love he had for his family and friends. His presence will be deeply missed, but the memories he created will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.