Leslie Brantley

Leslie Brantley Obituary

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Age - 67

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September 12, 2023

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Knox, IN

Leslie Wayne Brantley, 67 years old of North Judson, Indiana, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 in Knox, Indiana. He was born Thursday, May 3, 1956 in Gary, Indiana, Son of JC Brantley and the late Elaine(Lawson) Brantley. Leslie enjoyed riding motorcycles. his greatest passion was spending time with his family and grandchild. He worked as a truck driver. Surviving are Daughter, Megan(Jason) Jerz of Wheatfield, Indiana, Daughter, Rachel Brantley of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Father, JC Brantley of North Judson, Indiana, 1 grandchild, Brother, Darryl Brantley of North Judson, Indiana. He was preceded in death by mother Elaine Brantley. No services to be held at this time, Braman and Bailey Funeral Home of North Judson is in charge of arrangements. .

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