Nellie I Leonberger Obituary
The world bids farewell to Nellie I Leonberger of Florence, Mississippi, departing on January 31, 2025 at the age of 98. Nellie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. 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 Nellie I Leonberger to show support.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Nellie leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Floyd Ladyman and Bernettie Ladyman; her husband Billy Roy Leonberger; her children, Linda Henderson, Debra Martin and Larry Leonberger; her grandson Jeff Tisdale; and her siblings, Floyd David Ladyman, Sonnie Ladyman and Kathleen Wagster.
She is survived by: her sons, Billy Leonberger (Mary) of Florence, MS and Jimmy Leonberger (Ora) of Ocean Springs, MS; and her sister Bonnie Sue Gross of Missouri. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren.
