BORN

1960

DIED

2017

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LESLIE STEPHENS Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 19, 2017.

Mrs. Leslie Parsons Stephens, age 57, of Stockbridge, GA passed away September 19, 2017. Leslie was born in Atlanta, GA. She worked most of her working career as a designer in a flower shop. Leslie enjoyed spending time with family and friends, painting, flowers, and sharing her talents of singing God’s Praises.



Survivors are her husband of 39 years, John Stephens of Stockbridge; children, John “Scooter” Stephens II and wife, Joy of Stockbridge, Crystal Alexander of Stockbridge; grandchildren, Jessica and John Stephens III of Stockbridge; mother, Joyce Parsons of Morrow; sister, Lisa Parsons of Jonesboro; brothers, Barry Parsons of Morrow and Johnny Parsons and wife, Julie of Griffin; and several nieces and nephews.



The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening, September 21, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral service will be on Friday, September 22, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the chapel with Rev. Billy Thompson and Rev. Alan Burns officiating. Interment will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens in McDonough.



Haisten Funeral Home of McDonough is in charge of the arrangements 770-914-8833 haistenfunerals.com



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September 22, 2017

Lynn Gresham

Ours hearts are heavy. Our prayers are for you all. May you fine peace in your precious memories. That song is in my heart and mind and I remember Leslie sung it so beautifully for Kirk. May God carry you all through this time of grief. We love you and the family.
Psalms 18:28
For it is you who light my lamp;
The Lord my God lightens my darkness

September 22, 2017

Stephanie & Tom Aliffi

Leslie was a wonderful, loving person. I spent many wonderful days visiting with her & Kenneth at Enchanted Gardens. She will be missed.

September 20, 2017

Debbie Farris

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

September 20, 2017

Gail Spencer

Love and prayers for you all at this most difficult time.
Hold close to God and know that Leslie is at peace, no pain, no suffering. Sitting at God's feet with all of those that went before her.
May you find peace and comfort in the coming days.

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