David Leiby, 80 of Akron passed away March 18, 2025.

He was a graduate of Kenmore High School and the University of Akron.

He proudly served in the U.S. Navy and retired from the U.S. government Department of Defense.

David was a member of the Rubber City Kennel Club, the Cocker Spaniel Club of Northern Ohio and the Cocker Spaniel Club of Western Pennsylvania.

David was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Geraldine Leiby and is survived by his sisters Eileen and Frances Leiby; several cousins and his fur babies Brandy and Kerry.

Funeral services will be held at the Prentice Funeral Home, 1154 Kenmore Blvd. on Tuesday, March 25th at 10:45 a.m., officiated by Don Bolich, followed by burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.  Calling hours will be  Monday, March 24th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.