John Louis Leahy, 74, of Rochester died on Jan 5, 2012, at Maple Manor Nursing Home in Rochester.

John was born on Aug 1, 1937, in Austin, Minn. John was employed by Methodist Hospital, Rochester, for more than 30 years. He was a quiet, gentle man who loved to read, and he traveled extensively. John was a good friend to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.

John is survived by his brother, Michael (Bernice) Leahy; sister, Catherine Anderson; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ambrose and Alice (Choc) Leahy.

Private family services have been held with interment in Calvary Cemetery, Austin. Arrangements completed with the Brick-Meger Funeral Home, Owatonna. Condolences may be expressed at www.brick-megerfuneralhome.com.