Leslie Holbrook

Leslie A. Holbrook, 70, of Villa Hills, KY, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Edgewood. Mr. Holbrook retired in 1993 after serving as an educator for 27 years at Turkeyfoot Middle School – nine years as a teacher, 11 years as assistant principal, and seven years as principal. Leslie graduated from St. Henry High School in 1962 and from Xavier University in 1966. After serving in the U.S. Army from 1966-1968, he then earned his Master’s Degree in Education and his Rank I Degree from Xavier University. Leslie was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. Leslie was an avid Xavier University basketball fan, a Perry Mason buff, and a passionate golfer. He treasured the company of his children and adorable grandchildren and delighted in watching all their activities. Leslie was a friend to all and was beloved by all. His life was a life well lived. Leslie is survived by his wife of 43 years, Linda Holbrook, daughters Shannon Tucker (Patrick), Monica Ashcraft (Devin), and Erin Holbrook. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Jack and Sam Tucker, and Olivia and Sydney Ashcraft. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Marcella Holbrook, and his three brothers, Lee, Lanny, and Larry Holbrook. A visitation will be held on Monday, April 27, 2015 from 4pm until 8pm at Linnemann Funeral Home in Erlanger. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 10am at St. Henry Church in Elsmere. Interment will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Fort. Mitchell. Memorial contributions can be sent to St. Henry District High School, 3755 Scheben Dr., Erlanger, KY 41018.