Arleen Marie Leslie
June 30, 1920 ~ June 18, 2016
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Arleen Marie Leslie (Masucci) passed away in her Marietta, Georgia home on June 18, 2016 at the age of 95, just 12 days shy of her 96th birthday.
Arleen is survived by all four of her siblings, Sister Lorraine Masucci, Madeline Winkler, Betty Drake, and Anthony "Bud" Masucci Jr. (Sylvia), all of Rochester, NY; by her three children, Gary Scott (Claudia) of Long Boat Key, Florida, Cheryl Keene of Midlothian, Virginia, and Marmie Hawkins of Marietta, Georgia; by her 7 grandchildren, Brittany Rogers (Dave) of Gainesville, Florida, Katie Jerabek (Nick) of Midlothian, Virginia, Mallory Keene of Midlothian, Virginia, Gregory James (Christina) of Marietta, Georgia, Carrie Petersen (Aaron) of Boone, North Carolina, and Brian Scott (Donna) of Chesapeake, Virginia; and by her 9 great-grandchildren, Jessica James, Madelyn and Max Jerabek, Samuel Rogers, Hannah, Sarah, Josh and Leah Petersen, and Michael Scott.
Arleen is preceded in death by her parents, Felice and Anthony Masucci of Rochester, New York, and her husbands Jim Scott of Rochester, New York, and Gurdon Leslie of Atlanta, Georgia.
Arleen was born on June 30, 1920 in Rochester, New York to Felice and Anthony Masucci. She graduated from Highland Hospital School of Nursing and worked at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, New York as an obstetrics nurse. After moving to Atlanta, Georgia in 1973, she worked for Don Pardue Realty until retirement.
Arleen will be remembered for her love of baking – a treat for everyone who knew her. She was an avid Bridge player and was an excellent challenger in Rummikub, among other games. She enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles, golf, cheering on the Atlanta Braves, and a glass of pinot noir. Arleen loved her art classes with St. Ann's and she mastered painting beautiful nature and wildlife scenes. She was a member of the senior women's exercise group at Remobility. She was a devout Catholic and a long-time parishioner and member of St. Ann's senior group.
A funeral is scheduled for Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Marietta, Georgia, followed by a reception at the church. The burial will be at Honey Creek Woodlands at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Father Gabe will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Arleen's life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Ann's Friends of Seniors Ministry. The family would like to thank those at St. Ann's for their tremendous support and caring community.
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‘We will miss the time with you so much – cooking, dancing, playing games, and chatting into the night. Too many wonderful memories to know where to begin! We’re lucky to have such a wonderful Nana, and it was a blessing that Samuel could get to know you too. We love you, Nana!! Love, Brittany, Dave, and baby Samuel’
‘The world lost a beautiful person. Arleen was our loyal and brave volunteer of bridge club at Elmcroft Assisted Living. She skillfully diffused many an argument with her gentle, caring manner. We miss her presence and her loving, generous spirit. Prayers for her family. She spoke of you with such pride!’
‘I will miss all of the wonderful memories with you Nana. I’ll always remember Easter mornings, when you and mom would play the piano and sing “Easter Parade.” You made the best pancakes, easter cookies, banana bread (all breads for that matter,) and cheesecakes in the world. I know we have the recipes, but they will never taste quite the same without you! I will miss you so much, but I am so happy we had so much time together. Thank you everything you did for us. Love you Nana!’
‘”It’s my party and I’ll cry if I want to” sings nana as she gets on her knees for a beautiful dramatic performance She was fun! Loved to cook, play games, drink wine, and read! We love you Nana and we are so thankful to have had you in our lives! You will be with us forever and we will think of you every time we have pancakes, or bake your delicious treats! I will miss talking to you, but I know you’re up there watching over us and blessing us each day! Love you, Nana!!
– Katie, Nick, Madelyn, and Max’
‘Arlene, a lady, regal bearing, gentle, exudes love, beautiful artist, unparalleled matriarch, loyal sister. These are a few words that describe this kind woman. We should all be so gracious and have such a strong, positive influence on family and friends. Truly, she lives on in her children, grand and great grand grandchildren. God bless her and all those who hold her in their heart.’