Leslie Austin Ward's Obituary
Leslie Austin Ward, 63, passed unexpectedly on June 6, 2023. Leslie was born June 3, 1960 to George Austin and Elizabeth Alderman in Atlanta, GA. She was a lifelong resident of Southwest Florida and happily called Alva, FL her home for many years.
Leslie is survived by her daughters Casey Babchick, Baillie Ward, and Parker Johnson, and her grandchildren, Gracyn, Logan, Tate, and Jordan. She is preceded in death by her husband, David Ward.
Leslie loved her children and her grandchildren fiercely. She wouldn’t want anyone to grieve what might have been, but to instead reflect on the happiness and occasional craziness she brought to the world. She will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and her ability to make anyone laugh.
There will be a small drop-in memorial service in Leslie's honor on June 17, 2023, from 10am-12pm at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home.
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