Richmond, Virginia
GRUBB, Leslie Patterson, 55, of Richmond, passed away on Monday, June 4, 2012. She will be remembered for her courage and perseverance. She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Leslie Patterson of Hopewell. She is survived by her loving, devoted husband of 29 years, Gary W. Grubb; son, Samuel Delano Grubb; mother, Jacqueline Clark Patterson; brother, Mark Patterson (Helen); two sisters, Kimberly Murphy (Pat) and Susan McCann (Earl); and numerous nieces and nephews. Leslie was a 1974 graduate of Hopewell High School and graduated from VCU with a B.S. in Biology in 1979. She was an analytical chemist for Vepco for seven years, then operated Kensington Antiques. Her compassion for others was evident in her daily life. The family will receive friends Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Avenue. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Friday, June 8, in the chapel of First Baptist Church. Interment is private. The family requests memorial contributions be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Central Virginia, 4200 Innslake Dr., Suite 301, Glen Allen, Va. 23060.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Words can't describe how much I miss you, I think about you all the time. I will miss going to the Thrift Store's with you an Antique Shop's and even making jewelry from time to time. We had some good times together, I enjoy working with you as your caregiver you will always be in my heart. Love You Mrs. Leslie,
Shanika Lawson
December 04, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Dear Gary, Sam, Mark and family,
I grew up in Hopewell and didn't know Leslie (and Mark) until I was in High School. I was delighted to find out we were second cousins. Sometimes we'd say "hi cousin" when we passed in the halls between classes. The last time I saw Leslie was in the early 90's in Frankie and Sarah Driggs' back yard on Palmyra Ave in Richmond. A bunch of us were playing horseshoes. I sat talking with Leslie about her brain surgery. She said that the whole time leading up...
Debbie Watkins
June 14, 2012 | Cambridge, MA
Dear Gary, my name is Tina Yemma, i went to high school with your wife, we lived a block apart and were very close friends during our school years. Although we all go our separate ways, I wanted to tell you that in high school, Leslie was kind, gracious, and already had a maturity which the majority of us had not yet achieved. I have thought of her so many times over the years.
My deespest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your entire family, and also my thoughts are with you...
Tina Yemma--
June 08, 2012 | Jacksonville, FL
Gary, Sam & family. I hate to have to write this as much as you hated to lose Leslie. She was a lovely woman and will be missed,but still loved. My heart goes out to you, along with love and thoughts.
Aunt Jane, Mpls. MN
June 07, 2012
Gary, I never had the pleasure of meeting your wife, Leslie. My heart reaches out to you at this very difficult time. I know she was part of an incredible Grubb family who have always been so special to me - your dad, mom, and you. May you find comfort in sweet memories.
Joyce Wilson-Clemmons
A.H.R./Whitehall/Wyeth
Joyce Wilson-Clemmons
June 07, 2012 | Manakin Sabot, VA
Mark,
I am so sorry - she was liked by everyone that knew her.....God bless you & your family...
Wesley Lovelace
WES LOVELACE
June 07, 2012 | HAYMARKET, VA
As like anyone who knew Leslie.I will miss her dearly.She was a special lady.I went to visit her back in march.We sat and talked and reminisced about days gone by.I will remember that day always.Gary & Sam my heart goes to you both.
LEXIE FRAZIER
June 06, 2012 | KANNAPOLIS, NC
Gary and Sam,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rick, Karen, Eric, and Hunter Crowder
karen crowder
June 06, 2012 | Richmond, VA
Gary, Sam and the family - Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Eileen Lemon
June 06, 2012 | Bedford, VA