James Nelson Leslie Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Nelson Leslie of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, who passed away on October 13, 2025, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Nelson Leslie to show support.
In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Calvin Leslie and Cora Leslie; and his brother Sam Leslie. He is survived by: his spouse Shirley Leslie (Board); his son Curt Leslie of Poplar Bluff, MO; and his siblings, Harry Leslie of Saltillo, MS and Lynette.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Ash Hill Cemetery East (28-56 Co Rd 627, Fisk, MO 63940).
