James “Jim” C. Leslie, 85, passed away October 19, 2020, at St. Luke’s Nursing home in Carthage.
Jim was born June 29, 1935, in Washington, IA to Floyd and Ruth Lloyd Leslie. He moved to Carthage in 1999 from Green Forest, AR. He was a meat cutter by trade and was employed for 30 years by Consumers, Bob’s IGA and several others.
Jim was united in marriage to Velma Ruth Utter January 25, 1965, in Vinita, OK; she preceded him death in 2005.
Jim is survived by five sons, David Leslie, Brian Leslie, Bobby Leslie, James Leslie and Greg Leslie; one daughter, Ellen Heather; one sister, Rose Mahonney in Arizona.
Jim’s body was taken for cremation. A family gathering will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.
