Kathleen Marie Leisek Gooch passed away March 17, 2020.  She had been ill for some time and had recently fallen and broken her arm.  

Gooch, Kathleen Marie Born June 12, 1944 to John and Harriette Leisek, passed away March 17, 2020. Preceded in death by husband Walter "Bud" Gooch. Survived by loving children Gena Fox and James (Betty) Wilson; grandchildren Jedidiah Wilson, Kaitlin Svendblad and Cheyenne Fox; 3 great-grandchildren; 7 nieces and nephews; siblings Peggy (Jack) Furan, Debra (Jim) Leisek, Jonna (Pat) Kelly, John (Denett) Leisek. Kathleen was small but mighty, with a huge heart for family, friends and animals. When Kathleen said "I love you" she meant it. Her smile was infectious and she had a way of making friends with strangers. She was truly a nice person. Kathleen had a beautiful voice and loved to dance. She was a good bowler and ardent WSU Shockers and KC Chiefs fan. Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Kansas Humane Society in honor of Kathleen and her loving Chihuahua Baby. KHS is where they met. It was love at first sight and they rescued each other.

Published in The Wichita Eagle on Mar. 29, 2020