Leslie Smith Obituary
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She was born Easter Sunday, on April 5, 1953, to Jacob and Patricia Smith in Peoria, and grew up in Chillicothe.
Leslie passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, after a brief illness. She will be remembered for her generosity and kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
Leslie is survived by her two sisters, Sidney Jimenez of Santa Rosa, CA and Jennifer Nazarko of Hockessin, DE, and two nephews, Jacob Jimenez (Ria) and Jason Jimenez (Tessa).
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jacob S. Smith, Jr.
Leslie worked at the Peoria USDA Lab for 47 years as a lab technician. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in Science from the University of Rochester, NY in 1975. She loved being outdoors and gardening, music, museums, and especially science of any type. She attended OLLI classes over the last two years.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will take place at a later date in Chillicothe City Cemetery. Memorial donations in Leslie's memory may be made to The Nature Conservancy or charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Abbie Ann Alexander
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Leslie Smith was a very independent generous friend and was dedicated to the world. She was very punctual and professional and was very proud of her family and their achievements. Leslie would accompany me to IBEN concerts in the past and she would keep me focused as to where we were in the concert. She was generous in the Moss Bradley Residential Association and liked to keep up with the neighborhood news. She was also very actively contributing to the Greenway Project here in Peoria. A great supporter of recycling and nature, Leslie would sent tree requests for people who had everything. Rest in Peace my friend. Kindle sends kisses.
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