Leslie Albert Townzen

Leslie Albert Townzen, 88, of Bentonville passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2014. He was born in Rogers on March 8, 1926 and was the last surviving of 8 children born to the late Albert L. and Dora Lear Henry Townzen. Following is graduation from High School, he proudly served in the US Army. Early in his work-life he owned a milk route and worked on the construction of War Eagle dam before beginning his career as a machinist with Daisy Mfg. with 37 years service at his retirement. He enjoyed traveling, woodworking and serving his church as an adult Sunday School teacher and a Deacon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by a sister, Mildred and 6 brothers, Arthur, Charles, Bud, Ernie, Howard and Glen. Survivors include his loving wife, Erma; his daughter Brenda and husband Bob; his son, Bruce; his grandchildren, Brad and Jennifer; and his great-grandchildren, Bilal, Raya and Muhammad. Visitation will be at 10:00am Friday, Dec. 26 at Temple Baptist Church in Rogers. The funeral service will be at 11:00am at the church with interment to follow at Benton County Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, Arkansas 72762. Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. www.RollinsFuneral.com