Louise M. Leimbach, (nee-Flickinger), 84, of Oberlin passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 surrounded by loving family and friends. She was born on August 25, 1940 in Pittsburgh, PA. and was the cherished daughter of now deceased Edward and Helen. From an early age she exhibited a nurturing spirit and a love for people closest to her, in particular her children and grandchildren. She had a wonderful faith in her God and had an exceptional artistic streak that she loved to share with others, qualities that would define her life and legacy.

Louise was preceded in death by her first husband, Dr. Thomas A. Brosky, second husband, Russell O. Leimbach, her parents and her dear sister, Mary Tutko (Jack). Louise was a mother to a large family, all of which considered to be her children. She is survived by her (8) children, Dr. Thomas A. Brosky (Chrissy) of Gainesville, GA., Robert J. Brosky (Georgie) of Oberlin, Scott M. Brosky (Mari) of North Ridgeville, Rachel R. Hanwell (Ron) of Oberlin, Scott O. Leimbach (Gina) of Lighthouse Point, FL, Laurie K. Morrisseau (Scott) of Okechobee, FL., Wendy A. Smith (Dick) of Mantua, OH. and Tammy L. Leimbach of Elyria. 14 grandchildren, Scottie, Josie, Ashlie, Brennan, Justin, Brandon, Andrew, Alexa, Zachary, Joshua, Benjamin, Lucy, Anna, Ella and 4 great-grandchildren, Gianna, Ronan, Scarlett and Colton. Her surviving siblings are Ginger (Gene), Edward, Joseph and Tom (Cheryl).

Louise worked in several capacities and ran various companies throughout her life, including Leimbach Enterprises, Russell House Stair Co., and Just Clayin' around pottery studio, among other things. But her real passion was her faith in Jehovah God. She was dedicated in baptism on April 14, 1974. She worshipped in the Westlake, East Elyria and West Elyria Congregations throughout her life. Always serving her God with joy and a smile on her face, she enjoyed encouraging her fellow believers, reading the Bible, attending meetings at the Kingdom Hall and sharing her faith with others.

Louise was an avid Cleveland sports fan and enjoyed watching the local Cleveland teams, as well as her grandchildren's games. She had a keen interest in art and being artistic, even making homemade cards for her friends and family for many years. She also had a passion for plants and flowers, surrounding her home inside and out with beautiful vegetation.

There will be a memorial talk at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 39099 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Elyria, OH. at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday August 16, 2025. Zoom information: ID #835 6497 0626 passcode: West Elyria.

Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home in Elyria is assisting with the arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting www.laubenthalmercado.com

Memorial contributions may be made at www.JW.org.