Maurice Slayton

April 16, 1923 ~ February 21, 2018

SLAYTON - Maurice Stephen Slayton, age 94, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 22, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Marie Slayton; Parents, Frank and Gladys Slayton, brother and sister-in-law, Carroll and Marian Slayton; sister and brother-in-law, Iris and Al Bennett; brother, Ray Slayton. Maurie is survived by his children, Janice (George) Thornell, Bonnie (Peter Jonker) Slayton, Al (Jill) Slayton; grandchildren, J.G. (Phyllis) Thornell, Michelle (Wayne) Hsieh, Steve Thornell, Nicole (Justin) DeBoode, Garrett (Lindsey) Jonker, Matt Slayton, Erin Slayton; great grandchildren, Cody, Ayla, Henley, Willem, Daniel, Nelleka, Hannah; sister-in-law, Phyllis Slayton; several nieces, nephews, and many friends. Maurie was born in the Belding area on the Slayton Family Centennial Farm. He was a hard worker and accomplished much in his life. As a skilled draftsman, Maurie had a great eye for detail and precision. He always treated others with respect, was very giving, and known for his caring ways. A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday at Second Congregational UCC, 525 Cheshire Drive NE, Grand Rapids. Interment at River Ridge Cemetery. His family will greet relatives and friends 6:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday at Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Drive NE, Belmont and one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Senior Meals Pantry or the charity of your choice. To share a photo, memory and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Maurice Stephen Slayton please visit our Sympathy Store.

Visitation

FEB 27. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EST)

Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont

1601 Post Dr. NE

Belmont, MI, 49306

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https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com

Visitation

FEB 28. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EST)

Second Congregational United Church of Christ

525 Cheshire Dr NE

Grand Rapids, MI, 49505

http://www.2ndchurch.com/Home.aspx

Funeral Service

FEB 28. 11:00 AM (EST)

Second Congregational United Church of Christ

525 Cheshire Dr NE

Grand Rapids, MI, 49505

http://www.2ndchurch.com/Home.aspx

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