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Edward SLEIGHT Obituary
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SLEIGHT, Edward, Sr. 1938-2012 PAULDING - Ed Sleight, K4SB, age 74, died Sunday, Dec 16th He was born Mar 11th, 1938 in Greensville, NC son of Howard and Alexandria (Adams) Sleight. Edward pointed to a plane flying overhead to his sister and said that one day he would fly one of those someday. To accomplish this he attended NC State and UNC (ROTC) to qualify to be an officer and pilot in the navy. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a fighter pilot, flying off the USS Forrestal (CV-59/CVA-59). He went on to work for Eastern Airlines flying the DC-9, DC-10, 727 and A300 and retired with the rank of Captain. Also known as K4SB, he was an avid HAM. His lifetime working with radios and antenna design made him many friends and contacts he made around the world. Loved sports and was an avid fan of the Tar Heels. Survived by his brother and two sisters, two sons and two grandchildren. No services are planned. Preferred memorials are to the American Red Cross or AMVETS.
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Carol Shrader
March 26, 2018
Ed was a dear friend to both myself and my late husband WA4GOX. He will be truly missed.
Kiyoshi Endo
February 7, 2013
Ed was having tender heart. I still remember his smile. I hope he is happy releasing from long time sick now. Sorry for lost great OM! de K4ST
Don Daso K4ZA
January 28, 2013
Ed was not only a client, but a true "fellow ham" when it came to work--always a kind & encouraging word, great stories, & a willing smile when he paid you....
Norm Schklar
January 28, 2013
I don't think we met, but wish we did.
Norm, WA4ZXV
President, SouthEast DX Club
January 1, 2013
Deepest Sympathy to the Sleight Sr. family during your time of grief...James 4:8...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
W D
December 30, 2012
Turn to God in prayer for he is the healer of broken hearts.-Psalm 147:3
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