Merrylyn Slate

Merrylyn and I went to school together, both at Sacred Heart and Immaculate Heart Academy. She and I were the best of friends in and out of school - she was Maid of Honor at my wedding and when she married Donnie, she wore my wedding gown! Merrylyn was always so sweet, kind and generous and our children played together as youngsters when we both lived in Brownville. Basically, out first three children were about the same age as each other and they became good friends with each other, too........so many, many good times were had by all as our children were growing up. Then as time passed, our lives changed direction and we eventually lost contact; however, Merrylyn has always been in my heart and thoughts throughout all these years. A friend like her is never forgotten and our times and fun together in school and afterwards will always remain a bright spot in my life. I am very sad that she has left us.

This is sad news to me. I met Merrylyn in 8th grade. We were good friends. She was intelligent and very kind. I have tried to get in touch with her over the years, to no avail. My condolences to Don and all of her family.

Donnie and Family, So sorry for your loss. We had many good times when you lived in Brownville. Will cherish those memories. Have missed you both over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love Bob and Eunie Mott

I have wonderful memories when I was growing up when I would go and stay with Aunt Merrylyn, Uncle Donnie and the kids when they lived in Pillar Point and I would spend summers swimming and fishing in the Lake. When they lived in Mexico I had a great time staying with them and going to Fireman Field Days an swimming in their pool. Aunt Merrylyn always treated me like I was one of her kids.

My condolences to Don and the entire family. I know my parents loved the Slates and I remember times that I hunted at Pine Drive with Mr. Slate. My God grant them all strength and peace!

Have her zucchini bread recipe which I have made for years it is the best will all miss Merrylyn Todays memories are tomorrows keepsakes love to youall Aunt Mary Uncle Jim

I will always remember and cherish all her sewing / crafts and spending many hours in fabric and craft stores finding just the perfect thing she needed to create and finish her projects. I bet anyone that knew her has something she made for them for some holiday or celebration. She was an artist at heart! From Barbie clothes, Halloween costumes, doll clothes, decorations for every holiday, horse show clothes, and home crafts- she could make anything!

Spending time with her watching movies such as White Christmas where she sang the whole song.

Merrylyn will always hold a special place in my heart. She will be missed more than words could convey.

She took the time to show me and Jessica around when we first came to the states. She was always available to take us to craft shows, special late lunch trips to Canada and Sylvan beach. Gave me the only cookbook I own, Betty Crocker.
Always sewing something special for the grandkids. Her 4th of July cakes were amazing.
Strong, confident and kind, that´s how I remember Merrylyn.

Merrylyn was in my life for many many years and was more than a sister-in law1 We had children about the same time and spent lots of time as moms raising them together. I will always treasure those memories with her.