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1938
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2024
Jerry Leslie Obituary
Jerry Lee Leslie
March 24, 1938 - March 22, 2024
SPRING HILL, KS - Jerry Lee Leslie, 85, formerly of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on March 22, 2024 in Spring Hill, Kansas. Jerry was born March 24, 1938 in Waterloo, Iowa to John and Margaret "Peg" Leslie. He married Patricia "Pat" Jenness in 1959 and after several moves, settled in Omaha in 1971 where they lived until 2021.
Jerry had a passion for music and was a Charter Member and the Founding Director of the Pathfinder Barbershop Chorus in Fremont, Nebraska.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 64 years, Patricia; their children: Randy (Dianna) Leslie, Kevin (Jan) Leslie, Toni (Marty) McKewon, Pam (Rob) Nore, and Debbie Rosa with friend, John Grounds. He is also survived by his brother, Bill Leslie with friend, Lois Barrett; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his son, Scott Leslie; his daughter, Michelle "Micki" Leslie; and his brother, Jack Leslie.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life luncheon is being held Saturday, April 6th at 11 a.m. at St Paul Benson, 5410 Corby Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 68104, with a private family service of inurnment to be set at a later date.
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Jeanne Speas
April 7, 2024
Our heartfelt sympathy from the Brasch family in Iowa. Many, many happy memories with all the Leslie family.
Jeanne Brasch Speas
Kathy Franke
April 4, 2024
It has been many years since we have seen each other, but many memories from growing up. We loved getting together at Thanksgiving on Grand Blvd in Cedar Falls. Jerry was one of my favorite cousins. Sorry to read about Jerry. Kathy Franke
Elvin Siebertm
April 3, 2024
I remember Jerry from the numerous years we together in the Folk Gospel choir , I´m he has left us . My prayers are with Pat and family . I cannot be physically present for the service but will be there in spirit ! El Siebert
Leanna Jones
April 2, 2024
I have many memories of Jerry from listening to him singing in the Great Danes, to exploring Russia with him Pat and the Fremont Pathfinder Chorus. Sending love and condolences to the entire family.
Keith Hammons
April 1, 2024
Sorry For Your loss Keep the whole World singing - Keith Hammons Sarpy Serenaders
Dennis Paulsen
March 31, 2024
I always enjoyed singing Barbershop for and with Jerry and the Pathfinders. Joyce and I and our kids also enjoyed the times together with Jerry and Pat and their family at District Conventions. Wonderful memories and we will truly miss Jerry. Love to Pat and ALL of his family.
Dennis and Joyce Paulsen
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