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George Slaughter Obituary

SLAUGHTER George Allen, 66, died untimely Sat, July 23, at UK Hospital. He was a native of Lexington, born to the late Howard Jr. and Frances R. Blackburn Slaughter. He was a graduate of Henry Clay and a retired traffic engineer at KY DOT. He leaves behind son, George Anthony Slaughter (Tony), a beloved grandson, George Albert Slaughter (Li'l Tony), surviving siblings Geraldine, Howard 'Cheese' III (Pat), Francine, Doraine of Houston TX, Connie Jordan (Marvin), Gayle, Judy of Houston, TX, Keith 'Kebo' of Georgetown, KY and Alicia 'Lisa' of Burke, VA, eleven nieces and nephews, a host of extended family & friends. Visitation will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church, 11am, Thu, July 28th & services at 1pm. Flowers and condolences may be sent to Smith & Smith Funeral Home.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader from Jul. 25 to Jul. 27, 2016.

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Derwin Avery

July 19, 2024

It was a sad day when my other brother joined the ancestors. Whenever I visit Lexington to see my departed family. I also stop to pay my respects to George. The funniest story teller about life in Lexington Kentucky. I truly miss my big brother.

LaMonte & Teresa Bond

July 28, 2016

Howard/Pat and the Slaughter family. You are all in our prayers. Sorry for your loss.

Jennifer Gross-Crane

July 27, 2016

Tony, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. He was great father who raised a great son. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.

July 27, 2016

To Francine and the Slaughter family, may the Lord bless and comfort you during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Patricia Sweat,
Lucas Family

July 27, 2016

Our condolences to the Slaughter Family. George was one of the good guys. Thomas & Cecelia Rankins ( Pie & CC )

Jane Gill

July 27, 2016

To Gayle and to the rest of the Slaughter Family. sending sincere condolences.
Gayle I just want you to know that you and your family are in my heart and my mind.

Nickie Lewis

July 26, 2016

I'm so sorry he was the best man ever he loved everyone and helped everyone he came in contact with

Phyllis Shanks Waring

July 26, 2016

Extending our deepest sympathies and condolences to Gayle and the other family members on behalf of the late George Slaughter.

May God comfort each of you and give you strength during the difficult days ahead.

The Shanks Family
Lexington, KY

Teresa Searcy

July 26, 2016

My condolences are extended to the entire family. He was always such a great guy, and I know that he will be missed. If you dwell on the good times and the positive memories, they will console you during your down times.

Derwin Avery

July 25, 2016

One of the greatest people I have every met. Also one of the funniest. Will truly miss his story telling and cooking. A true Avery family friend. May he rest in peace.

Keisha Walker

July 25, 2016

Praying for comfort and strength for you all-Love you

Deborah Hughley-Bond

July 25, 2016

My heart goes out to all of the Slaughter family. I know your pain, I know what it feels like to have a siblings pass. Just remember George is on the other side praying for you..
Deborah Hughley-Bond

Kathy Snowden-Hill

July 25, 2016

S&S Productions and the entire Snowden Family extend their deepest condolences to the Slaughter Family. May God be your comfort during this time of sorrow.

July 25, 2016

On behalf of the Clinical Staff with Dr. Van Bussum at Baptist Health Medical Group, we send our deepest condolences to the family. He was a wonderful man, and a great patient to us. We love him so much and he will be greatly missed.

Ruth Guy-Donald

July 25, 2016

Sorry for your loss family

Coach Robert Kelly

July 25, 2016

My prayer goes out to family stay strong and trust GOD stay bless GOD will take care of yall

Stephanie Travis

July 25, 2016

Uncle George, Rest In Peace.....When you came home from the hospital and was over Dad's, I will ALWAYS cherish our Moments. You've taught me sooooo much even when you thought I wasn't listening , apart of you will live on FOREVER. Continue to watch over the Family! Until we meet again!

Eddie Owens

July 25, 2016

Rest in peace classmate. Slaughter family may God grant you the peace and serenity that you need during your time of sorrow.

Eddie Lewis
Henry Clay'68

janet martin

July 25, 2016

Prayers for the family, may God hold you in this time of sorrow

Eldwayne Parker

July 25, 2016

My heart, prayers and condolences go out to the Slaughter family for their lost. GOD will give you all the strength and guidance that you need to make it through this trying time. George will always be missed and remembered in our hearts.

John Hiler

July 25, 2016

Condolences to the Slaughter family. I knew George from his football coaching days with Cheese. May he rest in peace.

Clara Samuels

July 25, 2016

This was a shock to me!! George has always been my friend since Rand Avenue. I sold him his home in Richmond, I was his realtor. :( I will miss that smile and that special laugh! Still in shock!

William LaFrana

July 25, 2016

Howard,

Sorry to read of the passing of your brother. Please accept my condolences.
Your old swing man and friend,
Frenchy

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Shiloh Baptist Church

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