Leslie Daniel Good

 Leslie Daniel Good, age 83, passed away on January 10, 2025. He was born in Mayfield, on January 25, 1942, to Daniel and Ruth Good. Leslie was a devoted father, husband, educator, and adventurer, known for his passion for science, the outdoors, and his family. 

 In 1962, Leslie married Heidi Puenzieux, later divorced. In 1993, married Connie Jean Hersman, with whom he shared a loving partnership for the remainder of his life. 

 Leslie graduated in 1968 with a master's degree in Thermonuclear Chemistry from Wisconsin State University. Following his academic achievements, he spent 32 years teaching math and science at Manti High School, later continuing his educational career at Snow College for an additional 6 years. His dedication to teaching inspired countless students, and his love for learning remained a guiding force in his life. Leslie is remembered for his many talents as a mechanic, a dedicated gardener (planter, not weeder) and an individual who brought enthusiasm and care to everything he did. 

 Leslie was a dedicated family man, and his greatest joy was spending time with his three sons: Dan (Danette), Jeff (Jenny), and Travis (Linsy) and his 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He treated Connie’s children: Jenni (Chris), Mat (Tracy), Keri (JC) and their families as if they were his own and loved spending time with them. He never missed attending birthday parties, graduations, and major life achievements of his children and grandchildren. He made a point to spend quality time with them individually and collectively by planning outings and extended road trips that included much one-on-one time discussing important topics such as scientific equations for freefall to determine the height of a bridge (how many rocks did we illegally drop from bridges?) the value of time over money, mountain men, nuclear energy, and theories regarding the Anasazi Indians. 

 Raising a family in Mayfield did not deter him from making sure his children saw the world—seeing every state in the nation from a camper window and eating from a camp stove. Together, he created countless memories exploring the mountains near Mayfield, snowmobiling, motorcycling, hunting, exploring, trapping and “looking for Indians” in the mountains and deserts of Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. Leslie also cherished his visits to many Native American historical sites like Chaco Canyon in New Mexico, a place that held a special place in his heart. His adventures with Connie have included floating the Yukon River in a canoe at flood levels, and many other adventures that have taken them around the world. 

 The family wishes to express thanks to Leslie’s loving wife Connie for her devotion and care for Leslie, particularly the last year of his life. 

 He is also survived by his sister, Loretta Hunt, and is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Jerry (Linda); brother-in-law, Robert Hunt.

 Leslie’s life was rich with experiences, friendships, and love for his family. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. 

 Funeral services will be held for family and friends to celebrate Leslie’s life on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 12:00 Noon in the Ephraim Stake Center, 400 E Center St. Viewings will be held at the stake center Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and prior to services on Friday from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Interment will be at the Mayfield Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti. Online guestbook at www.maglebymortuary.com

 In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Manti High School Science Department. You can find the QR code in the photo gallery with his obituary on Magleby Magleby website for ease in making this donation.