Mark Wayne Slater

1950 - 2025

May 3, 1950 - February 28, 2025 Mark Wayne Slater, born on May 3, 1950, in Los Angeles, California, passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2025. He was the beloved son of Morris and Vivian Slater and the cherished brother of Deitra (Michael) Rosson. Mark leaves behind his devoted wife, Rhonda, with whom he shared nearly 50 wonderful years of marriage, as well as his three loving children, Breton, Jordan, and Hayden. He was also a proud grandfather to his five grandchildren: Vivienne, Annabelle, Max, Sasha, and Mia and loved spending time with his nieces and nephews. Mark always reminded us that family comes first, echoing the sentiment that "family, family, family" was the heart of his life.

Mark was born and raised in Los Angeles, where he spent his entire life. He was deeply rooted in a family legacy of craftsmanship; as the grandson of a mason and the son of a contractor, he became a builder and developer himself. Together with his son Jordan, he founded Slater Development, passing down his skills and passion for the trade to the next generation.

As a builder, he constructed buildings and homes, but as a family man, he built a life filled with love, resilience, and the strength of togetherness. He and Rhonda created a life that many could only dream of, filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Their partnership was a testament to enduring love and commitment.

Mark was the patriarch of his family, an immeasurable loss to all who knew him. He loved to travel and had recently shared his excitement about nearly completing his travel bucket list. He recently expressed that he was the happiest he had ever been, taking pride in the accomplishments of his family and the joy his grandchildren brought him.

Mark Slater's legacy will continue to live on through the lives he touched and the love he shared. Every project he undertook was a testament to his dedication to creating spaces where memories are made.

A memorial service will be held to honor Mark's life on Wednesday, March 5, at 1:00 PM at the Westside Wilshire Boulevard Resnick Temple, 11960 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049.