Background
Leech, George L. was born on May 21, 1890 in Ashley, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of William Dillon and Helen Mary (Simons) Leech.
Leech, George L. was born on May 21, 1890 in Ashley, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of William Dillon and Helen Mary (Simons) Leech.
Educated St. Charles Seminary, Overbrook, Pennsylvania, 1913-1920. Juris Canonici Doctor, Juris Civilis Doctor, Catholic University of America, 1922.
Ordained priest R.C. Church. Secretary Apostolic Delegation, Washington, 1923-1929. Rector S. Patrick’s Church, Pottsville, Pennsylvania, 1929-1935.
Appointed titular bishop of Mela and auxiliary bishop of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, July 6, 1935. Bishop of Harrisburg 1935-1971.