Mr. John Nelson Slagle, age 89, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
John was born in Boones Creek, Tennessee on August 24, 1935, to the late Lem and Savanah Slagle.
In addition to his Parents, John was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Jerry McCurry and several brothers and sisters.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 68 years, Betty Slagle; Sister: Dorothy Saylor; Children: Ruth Wells (Dwayne), Dixie McCurry, Penny Holley (Ric), Johnny Slagle (Becky), Ray Slagle (Tina), Cheryl Slagle, Roy Slagle (Dawn), Bobby Slagle; Grandchildren: Bobby Carr, Sarah Dugger (Andy), Thomas McCurry (Cassie) Bruce Holley (Audrey), Emily Hodgson, Jonathan Slagle (Kassee), Amanda Davis (Arron), Nicolle Wells, Karina Slagle, Ty Slagle; Great Grandchildren: Devin, Tiffany, Lindsey, Lucas, Malachi, Elizabeth, Brooklyn, Sophia, Pauline, Everly, Maddie, Natalie, Kayce, Greyson, and Eliza.
John Loved the Lord. “for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.” 1 Peter 1:9
He was an active member of Union Christian Church serving several positions, Youth Leader, and Deacon. He moved his membership to Boones Creek Christian Church and was very active there serving where he could.
John was a very talented self-taught man. He was a Master Upholsterer. He owned his own shops, S&S Upholstery in Ohio and Speedway Seat Covers in Tennessee. He especially loved working on Street Rods and going to the Rod Runs and car shows. His hobbies included all kinds of watersports, he loved playing cards “Euchre”, driving and building dirt track racecars and demolition derby cars. He also loved the outdoors.
A celebration of life will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Boones Creek Christian Church, 2684 Boones Creek Rd, Johnson City, TN 37615. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, prior to the service.
Condolences may be sent to the Slagle family online at www.dillow-taylor.com
Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821
01/31/2025
Phyllis A. (Gillette) Copas
So sorry to hear about Uncle John. My prayers are with you all. Love and hugs.
01/26/2025
Pamela L Walker
Jay and I are so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a kind man, who loved the Lord dearly. We have enjoyed getting to know him and Betty through church. May our Lord and Savior wrap his loving arms around your family during your time
of sorrow.
Ruth and family,
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort and strength in each other.
He will be missed. I want to thank your father for his service to troop 130 and 134. He was a great help to the boys as they grew into men.
01/18/2025
Celeste Prince
Prayers for comfort and love to all the family.
I still remember that talk we had on the back porch when I was 18. I’m sorry too.
