Michael "Mike" Leroux

Michael “Mike” Leroux, 73, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at Fisher-Titus Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born November 23, 1952, in Norwalk, OH to Tony and Edna Leroux.

Mike attended Norwalk High School. Over the years he worked for different companies, but his pride and joy was having his own company, Mike Leroux Builders from 1994 until he retired in 2015.

He especially enjoyed classic cars, poker, camping, family get togethers and feeding a crowd.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Tony & Edna Leroux, his in-laws, John and Jean Riesterer, his son Mikey, his sisters, Diane Perry, Carol Meyer, Mary Sweet, Fran McKay and brother, Jackie and Rick Leroux.

He is survived by his spouse of 44 years, Rita (Riesterer) Leroux; his children, Tony (Tami) Leroux of Norwalk, OH, Chris (Brian) Hancock of Mesa, AZ, Tracy (Brad) Jarrett of Bellevue, OH, Amy (Andrew Jr.) Jeremay of Berlin Heights, OH, Katy (Eryk) Grycza of Waterville, OH and his beloved cat “Charlie”.

He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Keyan, Tche (Lauren) and Trey (Grace) Leroux, Ryan (Ashlyn) Barrett, Thomas Boatright, Charlize, Olivia, Andrew III & Adalyn Jeremay, Duncan & Connor Grycza and great grandchildren, Ellie & Paisley Barrett.

In addition, he is survived by his brothers, Joe (Cathy) Leroux, Ed (Lisa) Leroux and sister, Margaret (Chet) Gibson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

At his request, there will be no formal funeral services, but visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Walker Eastman Heydinger Funeral Home, 98 W Main St, Norwalk.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family.

Walker-Eastman-Heydinger Funeral Home, Norwalk, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com