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WILLIAM H SUPHAN
February 18, 2025
I had the pleasure of sitting next to "Slick" at a game while attending a game during a SABR convention. He was a great gentleman and I treasure that day. Rest in peace Mr. Surratt.
WILLIAM SUPHAN
February 14, 2021
Sat next to him at a game in Pittsburgh. Learned a lot. A
real gentleman.
Bill Suphan
July 6, 2020
I had the honor of sitting next to Slick at a ballgame during a SABR (Society of American Baseball Research) convention. Nice man, nice conversation.
February 16, 2019
Enjoyed knowing and working with Al in maintenance at Ford?
Max Jackson
September 28, 2010
RIP Mr Surratt Thank you for the memories.
Bob and Sharon Wilson KCMO
Leo Surratt
April 28, 2010
May God Bless You and Your Family.
Maurice & Sharon West
April 26, 2010
I am so very sorry that I just found out this evening. Mr. Surratt was such a wonderful man and a great role model to me growing up across the "circle" from he, his wife, and his son, my friend. As I read the accounts, I can only echo the words of Fay Vincent...Mr. Surratt OOZED happiness. My deep condolences go out to Mrs. Surratt and Alfred.
Ray&Betty Lunday
February 23, 2010
Our Deepest sympathies to the family of Slick and our thoughts are of them in this time of sorrow.I only wish that I was there to weep for Little Slick Like I told slick I would do for him We had quite a joke about that
February 23, 2010
To the Surrat family: Just want to extend my sympathy.....From a white man who just feels bad that Mr. Surratt did not have the opportunity to play Major League baseball do to the discrimination of the time.
John Gladbach Roeland Park, Ks.
February 22, 2010
We never had the privlege of meeting Mr. Surrat but we have had the pleasure of being friends with his son and best friend Al for many years. We have heard so many wonderful stories about his father and his years in the Negro Leagues. We are so sorry for loss of such a great man and we know he was great because of Al Jr. and his love and admirmation of his father. To all in his family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jenny Anderson and Shawn Glass
Bennie Joe Surratt
February 22, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Don Phalp
February 22, 2010
Februrary 21, 2010 My deepest sympathies to `Slick's family. I met Slick when I hired in at Ford Motor Co. in Claycomo at Christmas down time when only maintenance was working in 1976. This was the begining of along friendship and becoming close friends almost like brothers. We welded, walked and spent many lunch hours together sharing stories of our families and the trials and tribulations of the past with many jokes and laughter. As we visited Slick at the nursing home he still had his smiling face and still wanting to tell jokes. We'll miss his happy face. Iam glad I had the chance to know and work with you. Peace to you my friend.
Mack Holland III
February 21, 2010
To the family of Slick Surratt , we would like to extend our deepest condolences from your cousins , the Holland Family of Oklahoma and Colorado
Mack Holland III
Jan "Sally" Stephens
February 21, 2010
Definition of Community; "Family, Friends, Co-workers, Church, Town, State and Country." Slick was all about "Community". I am so blessed to say that I was part of his community.
This man gave of himself all of his life and I am so thankful that I was a small part of it.
I would not have known all I do about the Monarch's if it weren't for Slick. I would not have learned the basics of welding if it weren't for Slick. I would not have learned about giving to my community if it weren't for Slick. I would not know what orneriness is all about if it weren't for Slick. (haha) I know Slick touched many lives and I hope that everyone is as thankful and blessed as I am.
Along with a few photos, a signed baseball and many hours spent with Slick at Ford, I have a lot of wonderful memories. Thank you Slick for sharing, caring and loving. We will meet again in Heaven Brother.
Mike/Patricia Runyon
February 21, 2010
We never met Slick, but had the good fortune to meet and visit with his son Al. We met at Jazz and shared some great experiences relating to our fathers. I knew what a wonderful man he was, through you Al. Our last conversation was just 10 days past. I made a point to introduce you to my lovely wife, because spirits like yours are rare and I knew that you would connect as ours did. In your pain and sorrow just know Al that you are in our hearts and the next time we meet we will toast our fathers. Their spirits live within us, forever, because of who they were and what they gave to us. Peace be with you and your family now and in the days and years to come.
Gary Class
February 20, 2010
To the family, my deepest sympathies. I'm glad I got to meet and spend time with a man of such charactor, wit and wisdom. The story of Mr. Surratt will only be known by those close to him. His deeds and his life will be richly rewarded by God in heaven. The things 'Slick' did for his family, his community and his friends will last forever. We are all better because of him. I'm glad I got to meet and work with the likes of such a man. Rest well, my friend.
February 20, 2010
To Slick's Family
What a wonderful man the world has lost. I worked with Slick for 36 plus years, enjoyed the many stories and the true fellowship he brought. My condolences are with you at the time of your lose.
Fred Steinmetz
Charlyn Burns
February 20, 2010
Slick will be sorely missed. He signed 2 baseballs for my two daughters one night at Ford. Word got around and everyone wanted to see them. The girls and I used to go see him at the nursing home, and he wanted them to sit on his lap, so he could give them a kiss them and tell them how sweet they were. I used to visit him back in the maintenence crib, so he could tell me a story about his baseball days or his early days at Ford. He always told me he was no #2 in the plant...God bless this wonderful man, and his family. Charlyn "Charlie" Burns Local 249 Chaplain Chair
Mike Leffert
February 20, 2010
I knew of, more than I actually knew Mr Surratt, but as a 40+ year UAW worker & 20 year Maint Clerk it is still sad to hear of the passing of another of our Union Brothers. As usual, there are no words; but sorry to hear of it!
Jack Swait
February 20, 2010
I worked with "Slick" at Ford and he was always one of the good guys.Seemed like he always had a smile.We would talk about his baseball.He went through some terrible times but still had a good attitude.I know you will miss him but he has found rest in heaven. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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