Jim Slayback

Jim Slayback obituary, Walton, KY

Jim Slayback

Jim Slayback Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home - Walton on Oct. 9, 2025.
Jimmy (Jim) Winston Slayback, age 82, of Burlington, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Jim was the beloved husband of Barbara Jill Slayback (Mathews), with whom he shared 47 wonderful years of marriage. He was a retired truck driver who enjoyed staying active by buying and reselling antiques. Jim was known for his outgoing personality and never met a stranger.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 13, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Chambers and Grubbs Funeral Home, 45 North Main Street, Walton, Kentucky 41094. Jim will be laid to rest at Burlington Cemetery on Tuesday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m.
He is survived by his wife Jill, his son Jim (Emily), and his grandson Winston, who will deeply mourn his loss.

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