Leslie North Obituary (1958 - 2026)

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of the beloved Leslie Render North, fondly known as "Lil Bit," on February 4, 2026. Born on August 22, 1958, in Dayton, Ohio, Leslie lived a beautiful life that was characterized by laughter, humility, compassion, and ambition. An individual with an unmatched zest for life, Leslie's infectious humor brought joy to many, and his humble nature endeared him His love for his family was paramount, shaping so much of who he was and what he did. He spent countless hours with his great-grandchildren, sharing laughs, wisdom, and creating memories that will be forever cherished. He was an avid sports enthusiast, a masterful spades player, and was known for sharing memorable times with his two best friends, Ronnie and Courtney. He also carried fond memories of his time living in Atlanta, GA. Leslie is survived by his daughters Leslie Ware, Shadonna North, Marie Bozeman, his sister Lisa North, and his sister Danah Trammell. He is preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Trammel-North, his siblings Wayne North, Alecia Milerson, Otis North, Myrtle Norris, and his son Tyree’ North. He left behind an irreplaceable void in their lives, but his spirit will forever live through their shared memories and stories. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." We invite you to share your favorite memories of Leslie and upload photos to his memorial page. In doing so, we can all remember and celebrate the funny, humble, compassionate, and ambitious man that was Leslie North.