Barbara Sue Leslie
June 24, 1948 - August 28, 2021
Obituary
MADISON - Barbara Sue Leslie, age 73, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on June 24, 1948, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of William and Ruth (Atkins) Garrott.
Barbara graduated from Madison West High School in 1966 and UW-Oshkosh. She married James Leslie on Aug. 29, 1970, in Middleton, Wis. Barbara worked for Goodwill Industries for 43 years, and was acting president and CEO for the last 23 years. She retired in 2015.
Barbara loved gardening, walking, reading, baking and cooking. She was a world-renowned decorator. Barbara was a good euchre player and enjoyed playing with her friends and sisters.
Barbara is survived by her husband, James; son, Peter (Kelly) Leslie; daughter, Molly (Tim) Riedl; grandchildren, Lily Leslie and Grace and Parker Riedl; sisters, Linda Hansen and Patricia (Alan) Hanson; and brothers, William (Liza) Garrott and Robert (Jane) Garrott. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Thomas Garrott; and brother-in-law, Craig Hansen.
Funeral services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Barbara’s name to the CJD Foundation. A special thank you to Dr. Santiago Hernandez from St. Mary's Hospital, Dr. Utrie from SSM Health and all the nurses at Agrace HospiceCare for their kindness and care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Luncheon After Service
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Kathy Mannlein
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Too many amazing memories to share just one. I will be forever grateful for these memories. I love you Barbara Leslie...Always and forever. XOXO Kathy Mannlein
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SueAnn Kultgen Kraus
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My heartfelt condolences to Jim and family. I’m blessed with wonderful memories that I will carry with me forever. A dear friend and mentor that embraced life with all it’s ups and downs, changing the lives of many. To a life well lived I say farewell for now. With love, SueAnn
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Charlotte McDermott
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I’m sorry to see that Barb passed away two days before I was searching the Internet to connect with her. I have many fond memories of sharing an apartment with her our Senior year at UW-Oshkosh. My condolences to you and your family, Jim. Charlotte “Lottie” Hanson McDermott.
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Tiffany Childers
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Sending prayers for peace and healing to Barb’s family and friends! I had to privilege of being Barb’s hairstylist for the last 12 years. Every appointment with her was like spending 2 hours with a life long friend. She had the kindest soul, and sweetest disposition. I feel blessed to have known her, and will miss her!
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Tiffany Childers
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With loving memories of Barbara Leslie! Thank you for your friendship! You truly left this world a better place! XOXO
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Barb Wulf
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I have many fond memories of Barb (and her mom Ruth) from my first job at Goodwill Industries (Pennsylvania Ave) back in 1975-1977. I remember her laugh and voice. She was such a kind, funny and strong woman. My sincere sympathy to her family for their loss. Barb Wulf