Donald Max Leslie

Donald Max Leslie, age 84, of Erie, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at Nightingale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following an extended illness.

Born in Cambridge Springs, PA, on February 27, 1940, he was the son of the late Ronald and Elizabeth (Stanford) Leslie.

Donald was employed at Mace Electronics, and was half-owner of ADVACOM for 20 years.  He enjoyed reading, and loved spending time with his many dear friends hunting, fishing, and trap-shooting.  Donald married the former Patricia “Pattie” Mutch on August 7, 1971.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Patricia “Pattie” (Mutch) Leslie; his daughter, Tricia Leslie Ranel (Carlos); his half-brothers, Ronald Leslie and James Leslie; his grandchildren, Monique Ranel, EJ Ranel, and Tyler Ranel, and his nephew, Donald Schrader (Judy).

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Gay Leslie Schrader and Norman Schrader.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.