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Belinda Slutman Obituary
Born Sept. 22, 1952, in Halifax County, Va., Belinda was a longtime resident of Hampton Roads and the Washington, D.C., metro areas, as well as Tokyo, Japan.
"B", as she is affectionately known, did not limit her existence to the average homestead. Her abode was the world. B traveled the globe, as she had always dreamed to, ablaze with curiosity. Inquiring and observing, B was a collector of snapshots of what the world has to offer. She shared those images with her many friends and family, chronicling her voyages throughout the years.
Upon meeting Belinda, one was immediately bonded, her gleeful exuberance for life contagious. Generous in heart and spirit, humble in her wisdom and presence, B was a most resplendent friend.
Belinda is survived by her adoring husband, Jim SlUtman, of Mountain View, Calif.; her sisters (spouses), Karen Deibler (Jim), Hampton, Va.; Denise Stefula (Billy), Poquoson, Va.; and Michelle Blain (Blair Toland), Cambridge, Mass.; and nieces and nephews, Casiphonie, Braxton, Hunter, Connor, and Haylie. B is also survived by the loving "global" family that evolved from the connections made whenever and where ever those similar hearts were revealed.
At B's request, there will be no formal ceremony marking her passing. Should you feel inclined to do something, Belinda asked that you do whatever comes naturally-a family outing, a gathering of friends, a donation to a favorite cause, or a random act of kindness-and simply think of her in the process. A celebration of her life is being planned for Sept. 27, 2009; details may be obtained at http://familylobby.com/belindablain/logon.asp.
Belinda touched us all in different ways; what we all have in common is that she made us each feel very special. So please feel free to remember her in your own special way...
Belinda supported endeavors to the broader study of cancer, and particularly breast and uterine cancers. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Belinda Slutman
Betsy Sadegh
September 9, 2009
Although it was a moment in time that our mother and Belinda met at Stanford F Ground Oncology as roommates she made a lasting impression on our mother and our family. It was Belinda who helped my mother when she said "You know, the angels are watching over us." At that moment I saw a change over my mother as she accepted her pancreatic cancer. We are saddened by your loss and we are so privileged to have met her. The Family of Elaine Rendon (1936-2009)
Sue McAdams
September 9, 2009
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Belinda. She and her husband Jim are wonderful people, and I have fond memories of our time together in Tokyo.
Chuck Presensky
September 7, 2009
An extraordinary woman and friend has left us much too early. Her passing has left a void in our lives. She is missed.
Brad & Barbara Foote
August 27, 2009
We were saddened to hear of Belinda's passing. We will forever remember her as a vibrant, passionate woman, so full of life, love and adventure.
KAE ENGEL
August 25, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier
August 23, 2009
Farewell to a remarkable lady, angels sing you to your rest,
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Robyn Roberts
August 23, 2009
Autumn breeze strips trees
Long winter sleep awaken
by Cherry blossoms
Belinda - I will keep you in my heart always in every thing I do - from remembering to smile and give a kind word to the overworked store clerk to Saving the Chesapeake Bay.
I love you - Robyn
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