He was a retired Command Sgt. Major in the United States Army with 25 plus years of service and served in both the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a devoted member of Rose Hill Cumberland Presbyterian. He had a great love for his church and church family. He was a very devoted, loving, caring husband, father, and friend.
He loved growing things and could often be seen working in his garden. He was a friend to all animals and an ability to befriend any he encountered. He did amazing things with wood and produced several works of art out of his piddle shop. When he did take time to relax a bit, which was not often, he could often be seen reading or working puzzles.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, John Slaughter, Joe Slaughter and Lewis Slaughter; three sisters, Agnes Hood, Lois Judkins and Flora Mae Avery.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Manon Allen Slaughter of Monticello; one son, John Gregory Slaughter and wife Donna of Phoenix, AZ; one daughter, Debbie Slaughter Clark and husband Charles of Overland Park, KS; one grandson, Gregory Allen Slaughter and wife Elisa of Phoenix, AZ; one granddaughter, Christina Slaughter Kruse and husband Brian of Columbia Falls, Montana; two great-granddaughters, Stella Kruse and Mia Kruse.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at Rose Hill Cumberland Church with burial to follow in Rose Hill Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearmana.com.
Condolences(10)
Emily Groves
Warren, AR Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Mrs. Manon,We are so saddened to hear of Mr. Earls passing. He was such an amazing man and we so enjoyed sitting in front of you at church every Sunday. Some of the wood works he made were magnificent! He truly had a gift. We love you! Rest In Peace Mr. Earl!
-Jeremy, Emily, Caper, and Trapper Groves
Anthony & Diane Orsburn
Okolona, AR Tuesday, May 29, 2018 Bobby, Sandra Mrs. Manon & Family,We are so sorry about the loss of Mr. Dee. We pray for God to wrap his living arms around you all and give you comfort in the days to come! I know he will be so very missed by so many………
Wayne Slaughter
Whitehouse, TX Monday, May 28, 2018 I’m thinking about you Aunt Manon. Uncle Dee will be truly missed. Praying for you and your family.Rebecca King
Warren, AR Sunday, May 27, 2018 We love you Uncle Dee and will miss you dearly We remember the fun times we had sitting around the table playing Domino's with Uncle Dee, Aunt Manon, Uncle Bobby & Aunt Sandy. Everyone laughing and having fun good memories We Love You alwaysLove Mark Doss & Rebecca King
Hazel Potts
Monticello, AR Sunday, May 27, 2018 Dear FamilyI was so sorry to hear
of Earl D passing He was a good friend for many years , as time go by we lose touch and then it is sad because
of wasted years Because of poor health we cannot attend any services know our prayers and thought are with you Seek your comfort thru our precious Savior, JESUS CHRIST
Hazel and family
Wanda Reaves
Wilmar, AR Sunday, May 27, 2018 How appropriate that a man who served 25 years plus in our armed service would pass away as we are observing the holiday to honor our veterans. Earl D. Slaughter, I thank you for your service.Marvin and Gene Norton
, AR Saturday, May 26, 2018 Mrs. Mignon,Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of loss. Mr. Earl will be sorely missed .
Bobby & Sandy Hood
Monticello, AR Friday, May 25, 2018 Our Dear Dee, how much we loved him and how much we are going to miss. We remember all the good tones we had with Dee and Manon and will treasure them always.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Friday, May 25, 2018 I am so very sorry to hear of Earl D.'s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to all of the family.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Friday, May 25, 2018 I am so very sorry to hear of Earl D.'s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to all of the family.