Leo was born to the parentage of Brady and Mozelle Jones on June 23, 1935 in Larissa Texas. He accepted Christ at an early age. He attended Emmitt Scott High School then later moved to Dallas and worked for Otis Engineering for 12 years. He also joined Carver Height Baptist Church. He loved working in the yard and playing with his dog Visa. He is proceeded in death by his parents, sisters; Helen, Mary and Ilene and his brother B.J. He leaves behind his sister Ruby Faye Burford of Dallas, Tx., son Larry Bailey of Tyler TX., 2 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 2 nieces, 3 nephews and former wife Shirley Jones. Also a host of family, neighbors and special friends.