Jerry Lee Leslie, 85, formerly of Omaha, NE, passed away on March 22, 2024, in Spring Hill, KS.
Jerry was born March 24, 1938, in Waterloo, IA, to John and Margaret "Peg" Leslie. He married Patricia "Pat" Jenness in 1959, and after several moves, settled in Omaha where they founded, owned and operated Leslie Structural Sales, LLC, for 45+ years.
Jerry loved his family and was very supportive of them. His friendly nature and gregarious personality will be deeply missed. He had a passion for music and was a charter member and the founding director of the Pathfinder Barbershop Chorus in Fremont, NE. As a faithful member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Omaha, he continued worshiping weekly online while living in Kansas.
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 at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 6, at St Paul Benson, 5410 Corby Street, Omaha, NE 68104, with a private family service of interment to be set at a later date.
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