John “Junior” Junious Leslie, age 76, of Sanford, NC, died Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Liberty Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
He was born in Harnett County on March 9, 1945 to the late Walter Bernice Leslie and Addie West Leslie. Junior worked for the Parts and Service Departments for both the Ford and Nissan Dealerships. He was a NASCAR racing fan, especially for Dale Jarrett and Dale Earnhardt.
He is survived by his wife Beverly Mauldin Leslie; daughter Michelle Leslie; son Richard Leslie; brother Carl Leslie and wife Judy; sister Mary Alice Hudson and husband Wayne; step-granddaughter Kristin; great-grandchildren Amiyah, Nevaeh and Aria Sue.
A graveside service will be held Friday, August 6, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Morris Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Robert Thomas officiating. There will be no formal visitation.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Morris Chapel United Methodist Church, 8533 Cox Mill Road, Sanford, NC 27332.
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