Lieutenant Colonel Leslie Joe Broyles (“Joe”), 81, Gainesville, Fla., formerly of Topeka, died peacefully Friday, February 13, at Radiance of Gainesville Assisted Living Facility.Born July 6, 1944, in Miami, Okla., Joe was the son of Leslie Elmer Broyles and June McCoy. As a young man, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch from Baxter Sprin...
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