Visitation for Mrs. Maggie Leonard will be from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, at Riverwood Family and will resume Thursday, March 20, from 9 a.m. until the time of service at Brookway Baptist Church.
A celebration of Jesus Christ will be held for Maggie Leonard 10 a.m., Thursday, March 20, at Brookway Baptist Church in Brookhaven, MS.
Mrs. Leonard was born in Nacogdoches, TX on July 22, 1925, and she lived here on earth 99 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She provided a gracious atmosphere for all her family and friends to enjoy, making sure they were never without food or the necessities of life. She was always striving to serve the will of God through her Savior, Jesus Christ. Mrs. Leonard entered her eternal reward March 16, 2025, from her home in Meadville, MS. She was a member of Temple Hill Church of Christ.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Clifton Leonard; her parents, James C. Nettles and May Pate Nettles; and her brother, James K. Nettles.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, C L Leonard; daughter, Nelda Leonard Perry; and her granddaughter, Alice Perry. She is also survived by a host of other loving family members, friends, and her faith family.
In lieu of flowers, find someone in need and or hungry; take care of their needs, cook home cooking, and assure they are cared for.
