Dr. James Homer Leigh, Jr.

Dr. James Homer Leigh, Jr., of Gainesville passed away on May 29th, 2021.  

Dr. Leigh was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. James Homer Leigh and Catherine Parkes Leigh, and his brother, John Wallace Leigh. He is survived by his wife, Mary Frances Ferguson Leigh; sons, James Homer Leigh, III and wife Mollie, Edward Vantrease Leigh and wife Katherine;  grandchildren, James IV, Mary Lillian, Edward Jr., Wallace, and Elliott Leigh; sister, Judy and husband Bert Tingle; brother Joe Nick and wife Renee Leigh; and eight nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Northeast Georgia Speech Center or to the charity of your choice.

A gospel music tribute honoring Dr. Leigh will be held 11:00 am Saturday, August 14, 2021 at The Arts Council 331 Spring St. NW Gainesville, GA 30501.  The family has requested casual attire and come celebrate Jim's life.

Memorial Park Funeral Home North Riverside Chapel, 989 Riverside Dr. is in charge of arrangements.

Send online condolences to www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com.