Gordon Gary Slater, age 79, of Branson West, Missouri
Gordon Gary Slater, age 79, of Branson West, Missouri, passed away on June 18, 2023. He entered this life on March 7, 1944, in Ottumwa, Iowa, the son of Kenneth and Bertha (Wilcox) Slater. Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, aunts, and uncles. He was joined in marriage to the love of his life Loretta Varner on November 21, 1973.
Graduating in the class of 1962, Gordon enjoyed playing sports at Ottumwa High School. Baseball became a favorite pastime for Gordon, and he appreciated the thrill of the game all the way into the present day. Gordon graduated from Northeast Missouri State Teacher’s College, now known as Truman University, in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science. He loved to fish and work on woodworking projects, such as furniture and miniature carvings. Everyone who met Gordon adored him and he will never be forgotten.
He is survived by his wife of forty-nine years, Loretta Slater; son, Gary (Danica) Slater of San Diego, California; three grandchildren: Harper, Hadley, and Emma; one brother, Richard (Peggy) Slater of California; one sister, Brenda (Kenny) Reber of Ottumwa, Iowa; many nieces and nephews; and his many friends.
No formal services will be planned. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks. To leave an online condolence or memory, please visit www.cremationsoftheozarks.com.
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