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John Sledge Obituary
Raleigh
John Milton Sledge was born in Raleigh, NC, to the late Charlie Sledge and Louise Smitherman Sledge. His siblings are William (Sweetman), James (Goey), and Julia Ann Sledge Miller Huggins preceded him in death. He transitioned from this life to his new home January 23, 2013.
Surviving family members are his wife of 52 years, Frances Rogers Sledge, son Jay Sledge, niece Dr. Anita Miller Chesney, two sisters-in-law Primrose Jackson and Mae Frances Rogers.
A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate his life February 1, 2013 at 2:00 at Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church 972 Pennsylvania Ave. Southern Pines, NC.
Professional Services Entrusted to: Purcell Funeral Home, 953 W Pennsylvania Ave. Southern Pines, N. C. 28387.
Come celebrate his life with Joy, Laughter and Friendship.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Sledge
O'Linda Gillis, President-Moore County NAACP
February 3, 2013
To the Sledge Family -
When I became President of Moore County NAACP, Mr. Sledge was one of my go-to persons. His advice was greatly appreciated in assisting me to carry out social and equal justice for all people of Moore County. The Moore County NAACP Executive Committee Members and general membership send our deepest sympathy.
Earl Bennett
February 2, 2013
An icon for a community where black men are men whom legacy become pillar for black men whom the Lord bless. His legacy shall continue to guide us black men...May the peace of joy remain entrusted within you hearts...God loves you.
Larry and Lawania Mcneill
February 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is any thing that you may need please don't hesitate to ask. We are here for you.
Chandra D. Leslie
February 1, 2013
Mrs Sledge and family
Your family are in my prayers. May God bless and comfort you.
Bishop Roy & Pastor Costella McKoy
February 1, 2013
Our prayers are with you during this time of bereavement.
Carlton Bacon
February 1, 2013
I learned a lot from John Sledge. He was an untiring giant. always trying to help others. He was called home by the Master and is now enjoying himself as chairman of the board in heaven.
Luther Mckayhan,Jr
January 31, 2013
To Mrs.Sledge and family God bless in your time of sorrow.
January 31, 2013
To the Sledge Family; John was a great inspiration and leader in this community. He will be remembered for a long time to come.
Rev. Fred C walden
Southern Pines Councilman
Johnathan "Chicken&Dumplings" Pender
January 31, 2013
Keeping you all in my prayers. Uncle John was good people!
January 31, 2013
Mrs. Sledge(Frances, Jay,We have miss you all as our Ave. family, will forever miss John. You all are in our prays always. Joyve and family
Attending Men's Service Club event with Dalton's
Vincent Gordon
January 31, 2013
Truly an honor to have shared a neighborhood and learned from greatness. May God bless the Sledge family.
Dorothy (Dot) McMillon
January 31, 2013
Mr. SLedge was always someone we could look up to growing up. He was a mentor and father figure to some of those who didn't have that. He will always be remembered for what it gave to his community. My prayers go out to the family.
January 31, 2013
To The Sledge Family:
It is with deepest sympathy that I greet you at this time with the loss of your husband and father, John Sledgs. He was such a loving anf giving man, and I know that West Southern Pines has lost a true warrior for justice for all. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you as well as to our Southern Pines family with such heart felt sympathy. He willl surely be missed by all who knew him.
Clifton E. Bell, Jr.
3rd Vice President
GBSC LL
nina cardwell
January 31, 2013
Dear Mrs.Sledge May god bless you and your family members
Angelia Cherry
January 31, 2013
To a great neighbor and friend. You were there for me when I was alone with my family. You and Mrs. Sledge were one of a few good people
Mavis Swann
January 31, 2013
Dear Mrs. Sledge & Jay,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 30, 2013
To The Sledge Family
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Sledge was such a kind man and very encouraging to new employees with the State of NC.
Stephanie Becoat
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