Beatrice Jones Leslie, affectionately known as “Mrs. Bea”, was born January 18, 1932 to the late John Henry Sr. and Willie Lee Jones.

Beatrice attended school in Troup County and at an early age she confessed her faith in Christ by joining St. Bethel Baptist church, where she served in many capacities.

Beatrice was married to the late O. L. Leslie, from this union they were blessed with five devoted children. They were also blessed with a very special granddaughter, Chrisla, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death were her two siblings John Henry Jones Jr. and Willie Pearl Jones-Prescott.

Beatrice leaves to cherish her wonderful memories three daughters: Elsie Jones,

Delphine (Clarence) Martin and Marilyn (Arthez) Woodruff. Two sons: John (Teresa) Leslie and Harold Leslie. Grandchildren: Juwan, Clantwan, Cherrelle, Carlenton, HaShawonn (Jasmine), Haron, Markus, Quantavius, Haneisha and Hatavius. Great-grandchildren: Braelin, Jabrica, Shabrica, Breana, Haliyah, Kamiyah, Halayisha, Madison, Greyson, Quantavuis, Jr., Jadarius and HaShawonn II. A devoted nephew and nieces: Charlie, Anne and Gloria. One brother-in-law Ervin Leslie, two sister-in-laws: Thelma Leslie & Gerry Dean Leslie and one aunt: Mattie Lee Brown. Beatrice was also blessed with a remarkable caregiver, Mary L. Hill, a very special friend Barbara Addie and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relative and friends.