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Obituary For Nettie Leonard
Mrs. Nettie Turner Leonard of Columbus transitioned home peacefully Sunday at her residence. She was 94 years of age.
One of eleven children born to the union of the late Buster and Emma Jones Turner, Mrs. Leonard was born in Brownwood, GA. She was a devout member of Gethsemane Baptist Church where she served as an Usher and with the Culinary Ministry. She retired from Civil Services at Fort Benning Commissary following many years of service. Mrs. Leonard also volunteered with the Medical Center as a Candy Striper, and was a member of the Eastern Stars, PHA.
Other than her parents and siblings, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 76 years, Mr. Paul Leonard, Sr..
Surviving her departure with cherished memories, include: four sons, Paul Leonard, Jr. (Antoinette), Thomas J. Leonard (Vernice), Robert J. Leonard and Marvin E. Leonard; a daughter, Nettie L. Andrews; a daughter-in-law, Joyce Leonard; beloved in-laws, Robert and Vernice Leonard and Elizabeth Williams, and a host of loving grand and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mrs. Leonard will be held Saturday, October 3, 2020 at 12 noon at Gethsemane Baptist Church with Reverend Paul Berry officiating.
The interment will follow at Green Acres Cemetery.
Visitation is Friday, 1 til 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
The Staff of Progressive Funeral Home is honored to support the Leonard family with End of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceThis was one of my favorite people in the world. I loved her sense of humor and her outspoken. I would visit her from time to time. Rest in heaven Mrs Nettie Mae!
To the Leonard, your mother/grandmother was my mother Mildred Jenkins best friend/sister and my favorite person. I'm going to miss my drive-by's when I'm in town and hearing she and my mom conversations and her collard greens . My prayers and condolences to the entire family. Love you Mrs. Nettie Mae!!! RIH
I have many pleasant memories of Nettie. My prayers are with the entire Leonard family. I believe Nettie lived a good life and was ready to depart this life & join her other loved ones in Heaven. Rest in peace Bettie!
To the family of Mrs. Nettie Leonard,the Washington/Baldwin family would like to send their condolences to the family.
Sincerely Wendy,ShirleyJean, Mike and JimmieLee
To the family of Mrs Leonard I would like to send out my deepest sympathy and condolences and my apologies for your loss may God continue to be with you and bless you sincerely Walter Smith
