Minneapolis, Minnesota
Slosser, Gaius Jackson II, MD Age 74, of Edina, died peacefully at home on August 27, 2008. Gaius was born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 2, 1933. A proud member of the Bellevue High School Class of 1951, he enjoyed life-long friendships with several of his classmates. Gaius attended Oberlin College on a full scholarship and received his Bachelor of Science in 1955. Gaius married Oberlin classmate Jessica Ann Perry in Miami, FL, on August 20, 1955 and the couple honeymooned en route to Cleveland, OH, where Gaius commenced his medical studies at Western Reserve University. After receiving his MD in 1959, Gaius completed his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1965. Gaius then joined the medical staff at the St. Louis Park Medical Center. The family's residence in Mpls. was short-lived, however, as Gaius was soon drafted into the United States Army. He served as a Captain in the Medical Corps in Fort Knox, KY, from 1966-1968. During his military service, Dr. Slosser received several commendations for the skill and compassion with which he treated his patients. Gaius and Ann forged more life-long friendships among the medical corps families in Ft. Knox, KY. In 1968 Gaius, Ann and their 5 children returned to Mpls. and Gaius ultimately joined OB-GYN West PA, a wonderful group of doctors, nurses and assistants with whom he remained associated until his retirement in 2005 at age 70. He served as Chief of Staff at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park and on various church, civic, and health care boards and committees. He volunteered in free clinics and, as an adjunct professor, helped provide practical training for scores of University of Minnesota students. Gaius loved being a doctor. He felt a genuine compassion for his patients and shared their joys and losses as if they were his own. His other interests included carpentry, camping, cooking, reading and travel. Memberships in the Plymouth Congregational Church, the Gentlemen's Book Club, and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Gaius took greatest pride in his family. He was a loving and devoted husband and father and will be dearly missed. Preceded in death by parents, the Rev. Dr. Gaius Jackson Slosser and Esther Thurston Slosser. Survived by wife of 53 years, Ann Perry Slosser; children, Katrin Kaminsky of Worthington MA, Gretchen (Ahmad) Pirasteh of Warrenton VA, Eric (Lucy) Slosser of Needham MA, Margit (Michael) Wallner of Vienna Austria, and Gaius Brandt Slosser of Hawley MA; grandchildren, Greg and Jenny Kaminsky, Mina and Kamran Pirasteh, Tillie and Nora Slosser, Cecile, Felice, Isabelle and Carmen Wallner; sister, Ruth (Dr. William) Gilkey; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorials to Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. Memorial services were held last Friday, Sept. 5, 2008 at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900 Nicollet Ave. Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel 952-920-3996
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Gaius and Ann were my sister's friends and through her became my fiends. They represented the best in parenting and I shared my 21st birthday with them. I found this guest book while trying to let them know that my sister had died, but, more importantly, I want to say that their family showed me love and acceptance of children that I value today.
Pat Rott (Kane)
November 02, 2015 | Crossville, TN
Demian Life, delivered by Dr. Slosser in 1974!
I just discovered this Remembrance Book - I hadn't realized that Gaius had passed away and I am deeply moved and saddened. Gaius was so wonderful in so many ways! He volunteered to speak for me at the Childbirth Education classes which I taught at Methodist and Abbott Hospitals. He delivered two of my sons, Brigham Field and Demian Stoltz (pictured with me) and was one of the most sensitive and helpful people I have ever known. He made my experiences so positive. Thank you Gaius! Much love to...
Sandra Field Stoltz Tripp
November 16, 2014 | Minneapolis, MN
Dr. Slosser delivered both of my precious children. His practical advice during my pregnancies helped shape me as a parent. I always looked forward to my exams because I treasured his humor, his humanity and, above all, his faith in God. I will remember him always.
Beth Kothe
November 20, 2011 | Woodbury, MN
I can't believe Sr. Slosser has died. I am so sad! He was such a wonderful doctor for me; he delivered our second child and he was so compassionate with a wonderful sense of humor. I know this is very late, but I was just looking for a doctor in his clinic for my daughter who is pregnant and just learned of his passing.
Marilyn Ganje-Fling
May 06, 2011 | Minneapolis, MN
I am sorry this is so late, but I have just learned of Dr. Slosser's passing. He was my last resort when it came to finding a doctor that could and would fix my problem, and believe that I actually had a problem and not "just one of those female problems."
Even after I moved half way across the country he would call just to say "hi, how are you" and it was the highlight of my day. And I would write letters and send him B-day cards and he would answer every one.
When...
Susan K. Hagen
April 02, 2009 | Roseau, MN
I met Gay Slosser in the early 70's and he was my MD,and friend, until I retired to Savannah, GA in 1995. I just learned of his passing. I usually called him once a year since I moved. Ann told me yesterday when I called. I felt like a part of my life was gone.
As many of you have written, this man was very special. In my case, I could not carry a baby to full term and had a lot of miscarriages. Gay was so WONDERFUL helping me thru all of that. And to be personal, he helped me thru a...
Betty Gunn
November 20, 2008 | Savannah, GA
Today I was in for my yearly exam and learned of Doc's passing. He was my OB/GYN from 1968 with the pregnancy of my 2nd son until he retired and I was forced to find someone new. I always looked forward to seeing him, loved his smile and gentle humor, and encouraging words. He has been missed by me since his retirement, and I am so sad his life was cut short. I wish you many happy memories as you continue to mourn a wonderful man!
Pat Collmann
November 10, 2008 | New Brighton, MN
I just learned of Dr. Slosser's passing and feel so very sad. He was my doctor for 25 years. A wonderful man, brilliant and compassionate. I am sorry he is gone from our world. God Bless.
Debra Mattson
October 22, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN
October 21, 2008
