Leslie was born in 1895. He is the son of William Punch and Mary Ball. [1]
Leslie enlisted in the Australian Army in 1914, aged 21 years 7 months. His occupation was Clerk. At the time he was married to Annie and lived at 8 John Street, East Brunswick.[2]
He married Annie Eva ANQUETIL in 1917. Annie died on November 20, 1930.
He then married Jean (Colliston) in 1936[3]
He died in 1948 and is buried in Burwood Cemetery - [BU] Roman Catholic - 1 BU-RC1*S***269J
Death notice: The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957) Fri 9 Jul 1948 - PUNCH.— On July 8 (suddenly), at his residence, 1a Fletcher street, Auburn, Leslie Gordon, dearly beloved husband of Jean (Colliston) Punch, late with Sands & McDougall. — Sadly missed. PUNCH.— A loving tribute to Unkie Leslie. (Inserted by loving niece, Judith.)[4]
Probate of his will was granted August 16, 1948. His occupation is listed as Assistant Factory Manager[5]
Victoria Birth registration #19868/1895
Victoria Marriage registration #6910/1917 (Annie Anquetil)
Victoria Marriage registration #5319/1936 (Jean Colliston)
Victoria Death registration #6835/1948
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