Leslie Virginia Standish, 88, of Solomons, MD, previously of Hampstead, NC, died March 12, 2009 at her residence.

Born July 11, 1920 in Westford, MA, she was the daughter of the late Sven Gustave Swanson and Lena Clement Swanson.

Leslie was an avid golfer, bridge player, knitter, reader and lifetime crossword puzzle enthusiast. She was a graduate of Westford Academy and Bradford Business College.

She is survived by her loving husband William Lee Standish of Solomons, MD; three beloved sons, William Clinton Standish of Alexandria, LA, Kem Standish of California, MD, and John Vellom Standish of Hudson, OH. Leslie is also survived by seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by her siblings, Varnum Swanson, Olive Wright, Vera Bettencourt, Harvey Swanson and Gerald Swanson.

Private Services to be held at latter date.

Arrangements provided by Brinsfield Funeral Home.