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1940
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2024
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Lacy Slone Obituary
Born and raised in Franklin County, VA., Lacy graduated from Roanoke College as a Senior Scholar. His desire to see the world led him to enlist with the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Waco, TX, and London, England.
Upon returning home, Lacy went to work for Steel Services, Inc., retiring after 40 years as President of the company. In his retirement, Lacy enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Lacy was preceded in death by his grandson, John Burton Slone; parents, Elton A. Slone and Blanche Slone Wade; brother, Wilton Slone; and sisters, Marie Dod and Nellie Painter.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Corenne Mills Slone; sons and daughters-in-law, Ambrose and Rebecca Slone and John and Lorraine Slone; grandchildren, Grace, Katherine, Lacey, and Karoline Slone; brothers, Ralph Slone and E. Ray Slone (Betsy) Slone; sisters, Elsie McKnight and Susie (Tom) Dod; and sister-in-law, Hilda Robers.
Lacy embodied the best of qualities, unconditional love, strength of spirit, and an unending generosity that could be seen in his care of his wife, sons, and family. He was greatly admired by those that knew and loved him and will be profoundly missed.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024, from 4 to 6 p.m. with the Funeral on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 10 a.m. with Pastor Todd Reed officiating. Both will be held at Oakey's South Chapel, 4257 Brambleton Avenue, Cave Spring, Va. Interment will be immediately following the funeral service at Franklin Memorial Park, 21440 Virgil H Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, VA.
Please consider a donation in Lacy's honor to Parham Road Baptist Church, 2101 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.Oakeys.com.
Arrangements by Oakey's Funeral Service – South Chapel, Roanoke, VA (540) 989-3131.
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