The faith community is grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Pastor Jeff Leake, whose passing has left a deep and painful void in the lives of those he served, guided, and inspired.

Described by many as a devoted servant of God, Pastor Leake is being remembered for a life lived with purpose, humility, and unwavering faith. Friends and congregants say it is hard to comprehend how quickly he was taken, yet they find comfort in the belief that he heard the words he so faithfully lived by: “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

Pastor Leake’s impact reached far beyond the pulpit. Through mission trips to Tanzania and Mexico, leadership development at Allison Park Leadership Academy, and spiritual journeys to Israel—including baptisms in the Jordan River—he opened doors that transformed lives. Many credit him with helping them rediscover direction, faith, and hope during pivotal moments.

“He really helped me get my life back on track,” one mourner shared. “I will never forget how profoundly my life was changed because of him.”

As prayers pour in for his wife, Pastor Melodie Spencer Leake, and their family, the outpouring of love stands as a testament to the legacy Pastor Jeff Leake leaves behind—a legacy of service, compassion, and lives forever altered by his guidance.

Though his time on earth was cut short, those who knew him say his influence will endure, carried forward in the countless hearts he touched and the faith he so passionately lived.