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Jack Slay Obituary
Mr. Jack ‘Wilton’ Slay, 78, of Deep Creek Road, Dewy Rose, husband of Jessie Bell Moon Slay, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Wilton was born in Elberton on March 7, 1947, the youngest of two sons of George Fate Slay and Sara Mildred Moon Slay. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of Elberton Church of God.
A hardworking man, Wilton was the owner-operator of Trinity Machine Shop. He dedicated his life to working hard, providing for the family that he loved so dearly. In his free time, he loved riding his trike.
He is survived by his wife, Jessie Bell, with whom he would’ve celebrated 56 years of marriage on July 6; daughter, Cynthia Slay Lawson and her husband Chad of Dewy Rose; and grandson, Alex Roberts of Dewy Rose.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, George Marshall Slay and his wife Martha.
The family is at the residence and will greet friends on Saturday, June 7, from 6:00-8:00p.m. at Berry Funeral Home.
Wilton’s life will be celebrated during a graveside service on Sunday, June 8, at 3:00p.m. in the cemetery at Deep Creek Baptist Church. Officiating will be the Rev. Douglas Huff. Motorcycle friends are encouraged to ride their bikes to the cemetery.
Flowers are accepted and contributions may be made in his memory to T.J. & Friends Foundation, PO Box 6161, Elberton, GA 30635.
Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at berryfh.com.
Berry Funeral Home & Crematory of Elberton is respectfully in charge of arrangements for Mr. Jack ‘Wilton’ Slay.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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