Julia M. Leader, 97, of East McKeesport, passed to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
She was born on June 1, 1929, to Frank and Josephine (Moff) Carrier in Pitcairn. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph “Ken” Leader Jr. and sister to the late Lucy Hamas and Florence Johns. Julia was a dedicated and active member of St. John Lutheran Church.
Julia loved spending time with her family, cooking, especially pizzelles, volunteering for many years at multiple organizations, corresponding with friends and family with cards in her beautiful handwriting, and playing bingo.
Julia will be remembered as a strong and loving mother by Sherri (Paul) Janov of North Huntingdon, Joseph “Ken” (Susan) Leader III of The Villages, FL, and William (Darlene) Leader of North Huntingdon. Loving sister to Ella Mae Trovy and Frank Carrier. Cherished grandma (Gigi) to Joshua (Natalie) Janov, Jason (Lauree) Janov, Seth (Michelle Hartzell) Janov, Billy (Courtney) Leader, and Dominic (Halee) Leader. Great-grandmother of 10. Also survived by many special nieces, nephews, and godchildren.