James Madison Leach

Biography

James Madison Leach, born in 1815, rests at Hopewell United Methodist Church Cemetery after a lifetime shaped by the trials and triumphs of the 1800s. Community members recall a quiet strength and a willingness to support neighbors when help was needed most.

Though the details of his professional life are unrecorded, James’s consistent kindness and sense of duty reflect a moral compass that guided those around him. His legacy lives on as part of Hopewell’s rich history.