Leo G. Tewey, of Hellam, PA, previously of Jacksonville, FL and Baltimore, MD, joined The Lord on January 12, 2019. Born in Baltimore, MD he was the son of the late Frances and Margaret (Dorn) Tewey. Leo is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Catherine M. (Hartman) Tewey.

He grew up in Locust Point, MD and attended Mt. St. Joseph's High School, graduating with the class of 1948. After graduating, he enlisted in the US Air Force in March of 1951. He honorably served his country until January of 1955. During his service, Leo was stationed in Japan during the Korean War. His unit evacuated casualties from the war to Japanese hospitals. After being honorably discharged, he met his wife, Catherine, at his sister, Margaret's, wedding. The two were married May 14, 1955. They adopted their son, Mark, in 1960, had their son, Eric, in 1963, adopted their daughter, Nancy, in 1965, and adopted their daughter, Amy, in 1967. He worked for many years at Eastern Stainless Steel in Baltimore, MD as a scheduling manager until his retirement.

Outside of work and raising his family, Leo was an avid soccer player and coach. He coached kids soccer for many years in Overlea, MD. He loved working with the kids and helping them learn and love the sport. He even coached his grandson, Joey, when he was 77 years old! Leo loved his grandchildren very much, he was always bragging and boasting about them.

Leo grew up and lived his life as a Christian. He knew The Lord as his savior.

In addition to his wife, he is lovingly remembered by his four children: Mark, Eric, Nancy, and Amy; he is also survived by three beloved grandchildren: Abby, Zach, and Joey; his siblings, John and Delores, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Leo was preceded in death by his siblings, James, also known as "Buddy", Margaret, and Paul.

A memorial service will be held at 1PM on Sunday, January 14, 2019 at Fellowship Baptist Church 1015 Sundown Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061. Burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leo's name to the National Alzheimer's Association 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400 McLean, VA 22102.