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Congresswoman Slaughter Obituary
Rochester / Washington DC - Passed away early Friday morning surrounded by family at George Washington University Hospital. Louise was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Robert "Bob" Slaughter, Jr. She is survived by her three daughters, Megan (Richard) Secatore, Amy Slaughter, and Emily Robin (Michael) Minerva, seven grandchildren, Lauren and Daniel (Erin) Secatore, Emma and Jackson Clark, and Mason, Linus, and Ione Minerva, and one great-grandchild, Henry Secatore.
The Slaughter family will receive members of the community during calling hours on Wednesday, March 21st from 2pm-7pm ET and Thursday, March 22nd from 4pm-8pm ET at Miller Funeral and Cremation Services (3325 Winton Road South, Rochester, NY 14623). For directions or to submit an email message of condolence, please visit:
www.millerofrochester.com
The funeral service celebrating the life of the congresswoman will be held on Friday, March 23rdbeginning at 11am ET at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre (the corner of Main and Gibbs Streets, Rochester, NY, 14604). The service will be open to the public as seating allows.
In lieu of flowers, the Slaughter family requests the public consider a memorial contribution to The Louise & Bob Slaughter Foundation. The new foundation will support the causes and communities that were important to the late congresswoman and her husband. Donations can be mailed to The Louise & Bob Slaughter Foundation at 14 Manor Hill Drive, Fairport, NY 14450.
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Susan Sauvageau
March 14, 2019
We miss you, Louise, and appreciate all that you did for New York State and the women of the world. Recently, the National Women's Hall of announced that you will be inducted into the Women's Hall of Fame...a well deserved honor. I will be there!
Barb Person
March 23, 2018
Many years ago my mom went to the bank and was told that she could not cash her Social Security check because they had been notified that she was dead. My mom was so upset and had no idea what to do, so we sat down and wrote a letter to Congresswoman Slaughter. Within just a couple of days my mom received a phone call from Congresswoman Slaughter's office to say that everything was straightened out, and my mom was given a direct line phone number to call if she had any other problem. We were so grateful. We've both sung her praises ever since.
Joan Antes-Coons
March 23, 2018
As a teen in the 70's I put her campaign flier in the doors all over Fairport. Sadly I took her for granted, that she would be here forever, righting the wrong, fixing the world. Beautiful service today. Beautiful family.
John Schlafer
March 23, 2018
A beautiful life has come to an end
She died as she lived everyone's friend
In our hearts a memory will always be kept
Of someone we loved and will never forget
Sharon Coles
March 23, 2018
I just wanted to say thank you for all your hard work and dedication and allow me and my family to visit the white house with school#58
Kristine Calitri-Zaffuto
March 23, 2018
Rest easy.I will be forever grateful for all you did for my father.He was a decorated WW2 Veteran.With your assistance he received the one medal that he was missing,the Bronze Star.The time and attention you gave this matter was just incredible.God Bless you.
J F
March 21, 2018
My Condolences to the family,
I am sorry to hear about your great loss. As the days pass missing Louise will be great at times but with many prayers and thoughts from others will help you get through the difficult days ahead.
May the God who binds up the brokenhearted comfort all who mourn, sustain your family.
Isaiah 61:1,2
-with heartfelt sympathy
Loretta Callahan
March 21, 2018
I will miss her so much. She is an inspiration to women everywhere.
March 21, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
Timmy & Kerry Schulik
March 21, 2018
We are so thankful for all the hard work and results that Louise delivered as a representative here in upstate New York for so many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Marilyn Stevens
March 21, 2018
Thank you for your mom. She was an inspiration, and her commitment, passion, love and energy are going to be missed by those of us she so proudly represented.
What truly wonderful accomplishments and a truly wonderful woman, always willing to say hello and to talk.
Wishing you comfort .
Sincerely , Marilyn Steens
-Pattianne
March 20, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Nunez Family
March 20, 2018
For all you have done for your beloved Rochester and it's residents a very big Thank You!!God bless you....
Patricia Hartung
March 20, 2018
Truly a powerful, dedicated advocate for the people of Rochester and the surrounding area! The picture accompanying this captures her great smile and spirit! Thank you for your service to our country, and for showing the world what a woman is capable of!
Roger Scalzo
March 20, 2018
You were my Representative in Congress when I was in high school and all the way into my middle-age. Thank you for working on countless issues, fighting so many fights and standing for what's right for all of us in the Rochester area all these years! You were a great Democrat, U.S. Representative and American!
With gratitude to Congresswoman Slaughter, and deep sympathy to all of her family,
Kate Tuite
March 20, 2018
I was working at a sandwich shop near Kodak Park on the day Louise was elected to the House of Representatives. Our lunch hours were always busy, but she and several companions came in just after the rush. When I delivered their order, I whispered to her, "I gave you my vote this morning." She smiled, and whispered back, "I will do my best to deserve it," and she did. Louise, I want to thank you for your service, your dedication to this district, and especially for your decency and compassion. In the early 90's, a friend of mine was distraught about a legal issue involving her family and didn't know whereto turn. She called you at home, and you answered. You were leaving for a quiet dinner with you husband, yet listened patiently through my friend's tearfully ramblings and pointed her in the right direction. I have never felt that my vote and my trust were more deserved.
March 20, 2018
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength and hope in the days ahead.
Maggie Kennedy
March 20, 2018
Thank you for dedicating your life to Rochester. You will be greatly missed. What an incredible legacy.
Susan Sauvageau
March 20, 2018
Condolences to all of the family on your great loss. Louise meant so much to all of us in greater New York. I first met Louise at Woman's Hall of Fame events in Seneca Falls and later many democratic events. She was a wonderful, energetic fighter for women's rights and justice, and will be greatly missed.
David Hutchinson
March 20, 2018
Words can not express the sorrow I am feeling for the Slaughter family, their friends and the community as a whole. We have lost a great voice in Washington, a voice that was there for the common good of our country. Louise was a treasure that I know we will all miss. Thank you Louise for a job well done.
Debbie Jerome Alderson
March 20, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the whole Slaughter family. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Amy, I'm thinking of you. Your mom was such a strong and courageous woman, who really made a difference.
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