John B. Slater

1927 - 2016

JOHN B. SLATER John B. Slater, MD died peacefully at home July 2, 2016 in Eureka following a valiant fight with lymphoma. He was born September 14, 1927 in Alameda, CA to parents Ronald Ballard and Margaret Edna Slater, who preceded him in death as did his brother Ronald. He is survived by: his loving wife Thomasine; brother-in-law Charles Bendorf; son John and wife Cindy Slater; son Chuck and wife Grace Slater; daughter Julia and husband Rick Hutler. He's survived by nine grandchildren: Joelle Jermstad and husband Kyle; Jordan Aldrich and wife Heather; Katelyn, Abigail, Christopher and Margret Slater; and Hannah, MacKenzie, and Jackson Hutler. John grew up in Alameda, CA and attended Stanford University graduating with a medical degree in 1954. In 1956, he served in the Korean War as a Naval Flight Surgeon attached to the Marines. In 1957, he met the love of his life, Thomasine Bendorf, who he married in Denver in November 1958. Living in California, John began his medical practice in San Rafael before moving to Eureka and practicing family medicine over 40 years. He retired in 1999. John loved his family greatly, especially his wife Tommy, who was at his side when died. He will be greatly missed. Public viewing at Goble's Chapel in Fortuna CA is on Thursday July 7, 2016 from 4 to 7 pm. There will be a private funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations in John's name can be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice, or a charity of your choice. Please sign the guestbook at www.times-standard.com under obituaries.