Kendell Grant Slayden

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Kendell Grant Slayden

of Nashville, TN

November 14, 1955 - December 28, 2005

Kendell Grant Slayden, 50, of Nashville, formerly of Batesville, Arkansas died on Wednesday, December 28, 2005.

He was born on November 14, 1955 in Moline, IL. and was the son of Linzy Norris Slayden, Sr. and Mary (Webster) Slayden. Kendell had lived in Nashville since 1985 and he was the music director and pianist at the Woodmont Bible Church in Nashville where he was a member. He received his Bachelor's degree in music from the Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. He was a talented musician with a keen mind, gentle sense of humor, and generous heart. He worked for the Comprehensive Care Center in the research department in Nashville. TN.

He is survived by his mother, Mary (Webster) Slayden of Batesville, AR., one brother, Linzy Norris Slayden, Jr. of Owasso, OK., and two sisters, Sue Brumbaugh of Salt Lake City, UT and Marla Bennett of Batesville. Other survivors include many nieces, nephews, cousins and several close friends including Mike Pennington and Vince Abler.

His father, Linzy Norris Slayden, Sr. preceded him in death.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Woodmont Bible Church at 3440 Stokesmont Road in Nashville with his pastor, John Franklin officiating.

A graveside service is planned for 10:00 a.m. on Monday at the Cheshier Cemetery in Elgin, AR. with his boyhood friend, Reverend Dan Hopkins officiating.

Special thanks to the Woodmont Bible Church for their love and support during Kendell's illness.

Arrangements are by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville. (870) 793-4161. .


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Dea M Conrad-Curry
Alpha, IL
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Sunday, June 18, 2023

I just found this site. Kendell and I were high school classmates and best of friends. We had so much fun together and shared the precious experiences of growing up in a small town. I learned of Kendell's death several years ago and I was heartbroken. The world needs more people like him, not fewer. Until we meet again...

Theresa
eureka springs, AR
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Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Kendall-
We had some great times in college playing piano together. You were so so talented I hunted for you for years and was so sad when I found out you had passed. You blessed so many people by sharing unselfishly your God-gic\ven talents. Ill never forget you. We'll play the piano again when I get to heaven......I love you anad miss you.

David Rice
Las Vegas, NV
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Sunday, December 27, 2015

Kendell,

Will be remembering all the good times and thinking about you all day tomorrow- you are a wonderful person that will always be remembered. Love you - David

David Rice
Las Vegas, NV
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Saturday, December 27, 2014

Kendell,
Will be thinking about you tomorrow all day - God bless you always. Love - David

David Rice
Las Vegas, NV
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Saturday, December 27, 2014

Kendell,
Will be thinking about you tomorrow all day - God bless you always. Love - David

David Rice
Las Vegas, NV
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Friday, December 27, 2013

Kendell,

It will be eight years tomorrow that you left this world - too early by anyone's standard. I will always remember your amazing talents on the keyboard, but most of all the times we went to see the concert by Kansas and the first Stars Wars movie - both during the confines of the hypocritical arena of BBC. We both laughed and felt great pulling both off without getting caught.

I will go by St. Francis tomorrow and light a candle for you Kendell. I sincerely loved the time I spent with you, but know you are in heaven looking down on us now in this arena we call life.

Love - David


David Rice
Las Vegas, NV
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Saturday, June 29, 2013

I just found this website tonight - so sad to see this talented, intelligent and kind man depart this world so soon. I met him in Sprigfield at BBC but fortunately had time later with him in Houston area.
Such a talented pianist ...,very modest about his talents.
God bless you , Kendell.

Love & Hugs, David

Frank Bucalo
Nasvhville, TN
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Thursday, January 19, 2006

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Kendell. We were good friends and I will miss him dearly.

Rev Allen & Paula Withers
Dobbins AFB, GA
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Monday, January 2, 2006

Dear Family & Friends, I am currently on active duty. I was interim pastor at Woodmont Bible Church in Nashville. It was my pleasure to baptize Kendell. He was one of greatest servants of our Lord that I have known. May our Lord give you peace and strength in the days ahead. Prayerfully, Allen & Paula

Ima Jean Hutchins and Norma Whitmire
Batesville, AR
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Monday, January 2, 2006

Our prayers are with you. Ima and Norma

Ima Jean Hutchins and Norma Whitmire
Batesville, AR
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Monday, January 2, 2006

Our prayers are with you.

Gary Newcomb
Ashland City, TN
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Sunday, January 1, 2006

My heart goes out to the family. Regretfully, I didn't know Kendall until he was in the hospital. When I met him last summer, the first thing that impressed with all the health problems he had was his joy. He laughed and smiled a lot. He seemed very positive. My prayers are with the family.

Ron Brewer
Nashville, TN
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Sunday, January 1, 2006

I met Kendell only a couple of years ago, but he made a tremendous impression on me. I know Kendell loved the Lord with all his heart and know that he is now with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. My sympathy is with Kendell's family during this time of loss and l know that God is comforting each and everyone of you. It was an honor to have known Kendell and was a real encouragement for me to see his strength and courage through his illness.

Eva Brown
Springfield, MO
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Sunday, January 1, 2006

With deepest sympathy, love and prayers that God may grant you peace during this difficult time.

Pastor Mark Evants
Batesville, AR
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Saturday, December 31, 2005

To Marla & All the Family, Although I did not personally know Kendell, I feel the loss with you as we prayed for him over the months. God is faithful and our prayers toward you are for healing and the comfort of the Holy Spirit during this time. May His Presence grace you in a special way as He demonstrates His love towards you.

Herbert Quigley
Nashville, TN
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Saturday, December 31, 2005

To the Slayden family, I met Ken 8 years ago, he was such a fine person, and truly a great inspiration, I am sorry to learn of his home going but its comfort in knowing that he knew the Lord and his pain is over, someone raised a fine young man

Esther King
Batesville, AR
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Friday, December 30, 2005

Mary and family my heart goes out to you You have my deepest sympathy. Love and prayers Esther King, Larry and Mary Ivy

Laura Fisk
Fayetteville, AR
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Friday, December 30, 2005

What an honor to have known Kendell in this life. He will forever be remembered in my heart, as the kindest, most unselfish and caring friend anyone could have. I look forward to the day when we will all see him again and hear him play. Peace, strength and God's Blessings to you, his family, during this time of great loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Mitch and Debbie McCann
Wichita Falls, TX
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Thursday, December 29, 2005

Dear Marla and Tim, May our precious Lord and Savior deeply comfort your hearts during this time. Our prayers are with you daily, as they were also with Kendall daily during his illness. We very much enjoyed our one visit with Kendall in Nashville when we met him for the first time. What a delightful guy! Mitch and I are today in awe and wonder at what Kendall is experiencing right now. Oh, to be able to just peel back that great "curtain" for a brief moment and see what some of our loved ones are already seeing, right there in the presence of Jesus! What a wonderful God we serve, to prepare such infinite, eternal joy for us. We will be in touch soon when things have settled down for you. May our God richly bless you during this time with deep revelations of Himself and His nearness. Much love to our two dear friends, Deb and Mitch

Jane Hall
El Dorado, AR
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Thursday, December 29, 2005

Dear Marla and Tim, You all remain in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Blessings and love, Jane and Arkansas Aglow