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JOHN LOUIS SLACK, PH.D
On Friday, February 17, 2017. Beloved father of Kathleen Slack Baraki and Deborah Slack; and devoted brother of Rudy, Robert and Richard Slack. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Sophia, Sarah, Logan and Brooke; a host of other relatives and friends. Dr. Slack may be viewed at Stewart Funeral Home, 4001 Benning Road, NE on Friday, March 3 from 5 to 8 p.m., and will lie in state at Saint Peters Catholic Church, 313 2nd Street, SE on Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m., until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made at:www.stewartfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for JOHN SLACK
Val (Hayes) George
February 25, 2020
Memories of your visits home to DuBois are all happy ones. Kathleen and Deborah have every reason to be proud of the fine man that you are remembered for.
Eileen Reeder
February 25, 2019
John, Harvey and I can't believe you are gone. You were the best neighbor we ever had.
Tonia Himes
March 4, 2017
R.I.P Uncle John, I'm glad I had the honor of meeting you. My thoughts' and prayers' are with you, and the family. I wish I could of been at your service.
Maribel Sanchez-Montague
March 4, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the Slack family. I am very saddened to hear my beloved professor passed away. I am one of his former students from the University of the District of Columbia. Professor Slack really cared for all of us the students and always encouraged us to succeed. I will miss him greatly and the memories created will always be treasured in my heart. Rest in peace Professor Slack, I hope we make you proud.
Alfred James Sheppard III
March 3, 2017
On February 22nd I climbed the old papal fortress steps of Castel Sant'Angelo atop the fortress stands the Archangel.. I snapped a picture and sent it to John. I can now add goodbye my friend I will visit you often…..watch over us and keep us safe………… I know who you are….I always did. Part of the charm and complexity with John was the fact was forever a common man with uncommon talents. Talents that Sister Teresa saw in him and tutored him early too break his misconceptions about learning. She in her own way help forge the man I knew and who stands on my shoulder now. Always be prepared, always find the high ground, and always keep your eye on the long term goal. As a young football hero he insisted on having 16 season tickets for the men that lived in the ally; with a hot dog at each game. Yes he stands on my shoulder today as sister Teresa sat on his.
Val Hayes/George
March 2, 2017
When John and Margaret would come home to DuBois to visit his father Rudy and my mother Evelyn, we would play cards to all hours of the night. John loved to go fishing. John always had a smile on his face and was forever kind. May God hold his family in the palms of his hands in this time of sorrow.
Arlene
March 2, 2017
John brought laughter to our most serious meetings and comfort when you we faced challenges He will truly be missed. Peace and Blessings to the Family
Ken Howard
March 2, 2017
John was a frequent visitor to my office and he always brought a pleasant smile and disposition with him. He will be missed by many. We share his loss with his Family.
Stewart Funeral Home
March 2, 2017
The Staff of Stewart Funeral Home extend our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your loved one. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May our thoughts and prayers provide comfort for your family during this difficult time.
Tom Slack
March 1, 2017
Kathy and Debbie...you are in our thoughts and prayers, R.I.P. UNCLE JOHN
March 1, 2017
I am so sad to know that John Slack is no longer alive. He did so many wonderful and selfless things to help the people in the dog world. Rest in Peace, John.
Eileen Reeder
March 1, 2017
Harvey and I, will miss the good times we spent together with him, enjoying life, barbecues, and betting against the Washington Redskins.
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