of Mountain Home, AR
October 23, 1934 - November 9, 2015
Wayne Todhunter Slone, 81, a beloved veterinarian, husband and father passed from this life on November 9, 2015 at Baxter Regional Medical Center. He was born to Lanford McKinley and Gussie Marion Slone in Bay City, Texas on October 23, 1934.
He is survived by his wife Mercedes, three sons, Tod and Lonna Slone, Keet and Tina Slone, Kirk and Cecelia Slone, seven grandchildren, and one greatgrandchild, three stepchildren and their children, one brother, Charles and Tommye Slone, one sister Barbara and Mike Crotts and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by both parents and his first wife Barbara Lenore.
He was the outstanding veterinarian graduate of his class at Texas A & M and so was invited to be the guest equine professor the following year at the school in Ft. Collins, Colo. He moved to Mountain Home, AR in 1980 and set up practice. He was active in the Cowboy Church and the Humane Society. His great love besides his family and practice was horses, especially roping. He enjoyed being the oldest roper at his events and had been proud to participate at the roping held on his 81st birthday with three generations of his family taking part. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Memorial service will be held at the Cowboy Church on Thursday, November 12th at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be in Texas.
In lieu of flowers the family has asked contributions to be made to the Humane Society or to the Cowboy Church.
Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home.
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28 Condolence(s)
Nancy and Manuel Gomez
Saturday, January 7, 2023
We lived in norfork Ar.foor years.Our wonderful vet Doctor Slone took care of our Springer dogs and our horses
There are no words for the kind of man he was.Always kind and full of information who gave out freely
God Bless you Doc you will always be in our prayers.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Saturday, November 28, 2015
Mercy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dr. Sloan will be missed by all those who were fortunate enough to have known and loved him.
Please accept our condolences. You have our deepest and heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller
C Paige
Thursday, November 26, 2015
My heart and prayers to Dr. Slone's family.I pray that God’s most precious gift of allowing his Son to die for us so that we might gain life through our savior Christ Jesus will comfort you and calm your grieving heart. How thankful we can be for the sure hope of a resurrection! - 1 John 4:9.
Paula Dismukes Davis
Sunday, November 22, 2015
So sorry for your loss!
Minnie Thurmond
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Condolences and prayers to the family. We shared many good times with Wayne and family years ago in Bay City. He will be remembered by my family and myself with love.
Mary Machen Springer
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
I was sorry to hear that Wayne had passed away. He was one of my cousins.
Hubert & Donna Johnson
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about Wayne. We have many memories of school with him, rodeos, camping, working cattle and visits with him and his family. We will miss him.
Dale & Carol Wheeler
Thursday, November 12, 2015
WE WHERE VERY BLESSED TO HAVE SUCH A CARING MAN AND DOCTOR TO CARE FOR OUR PETS. MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH ALL THAT HAVE GONE BEFORE HIM. GOD BLESS AND STRENGTHEN THOSE HE HAS LEFT BEHIND.
Connita Martin
Thursday, November 12, 2015
To all the family. Dr. Slone was a very kind and thoughtful man. He gave my teenage daughter Kayla a job at his clinic many years ago. He taught her many things. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Thoughts and prayers to all the family. Sincerely, Connita Martin
gary blinka
Thursday, November 12, 2015
My condenlences to the family of a wonderful vet and former Aggie. Thank you Doc for taking care of my puppies Pierre and Princess for so many years.I hope you will rest in peace in Texas. GIG'EM. Gary Blinka "64
Margie Bodenhamer
Thursday, November 12, 2015
I am so saddened by the loss of such a sweet and outstanding person. Mercy, I love you and praying for strength and peace for you at this time.
Kim Rowe
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Doesn't seem that long ago that I was calling Doc Slone in the middle of the night to deliver my beloved English Bulldog puppies. Must have been in the 90's, but it seems so vivid. Dr. Slone was the most gracious, caring and patient vet I have ever known. I have yet to meet anyone that compares. So many fond memories. RIP Doc. God Bless the family.
Humane Society
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Rest in eternal peace. You will be missed by many animals and friends. Thank you for all the support you have given over the years. We are very touched by the generosity you have always had for the animals. Prayers to your family.
Will & Charlene Triplet
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
God Bless and many thanks for your years of service to our community.
Jenn Eddings
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Doc was more than just my boss, he was my friend, my mentor, and my family. He welcomed me into his practice where I happily stayed with him until his retirement. He taught me so much, not only in the veterinary field, but also helped me raise my colt. He taught me to live every day to its fullest. I remember sitting in his office and exchanging stories about our kids, he was never happier as when he talked of his kids and grandkids, you could see nothing but pride on his face. I remember watching him rope on his weekly practices, and about fell over the night he gave me the reins to ride Mel. I will miss him so much and will cherish every memory of him. He was truly a wonderful and amazing person in every way. It will not be the same without him.
Carolyn
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Beloved he was, by myself and my many pets who passed through his door to be greeted by a brilliant mind, a knowing hand, and a gentle heart--a truly great veterinarian and man.
Pat Kelly
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Dr. Slone was such a kind, gentle, caring man and vet. I know he will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jody Hurst
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Love this family. Teresa and I are praying for you!
Gail Tornquist
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
You will be missed.
I met you in 2004 when I got a rescue dog from you. You have always been kind and gentle with my dogs.
God bless you and your family. Just think of all the cats and dogs in heaven that greeted you with love when you arrived.
David & Paula Engeler
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Mercy, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hasseltine Goetting Coats
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
I grieve at the loss of Dr. Wayne Slone and my sympathy and love goes to his family. I hardly know how to pay adequate tribute to him. He was talented and brilliant.
I enjoyed working in his clinic during the 1980's and appreciated his dry sense of humor, kindness and intellect.
He and Mercy shared a great love.
paula litty roberts
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
to mercy and family. my prayers are with you. I am very sorry to hear about dr. Slone.
Kimberly Hes
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Dr Slone will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Kathy Stone
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Mercy, Todd, Keet, Kirk and all the grandchildren, my heart is heavy with your loss. I loved working with Doc and I have to say he was my best boss ever. My love and prayers to you. May God comfort you!
patricia
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Thank you for the years of service, may you RIP.
My thoughts go out to your wife.
Peaches and Bobbie thank you too.
Ruth Clark
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
My Christian Sympathies to the family of Dr. Slone. I saw him briefly before Dr. Sara Smith took over his practice. Mau Jesus fill your hearts with the strength and comfort that each and every one of you need at this time and always.
Brandy Ciesielski
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
I am sad to hear of Dr. Slones' passing. He was an excellent veterinarian and has taken care of my childhood pets and as an Adult now he took care of my cat Sam who passed away right after he retired. He took great care of Sam since Sam was 6 weeks old up until he was 12 years old in 2012. Sam was one of his favorite kitties who just loved Dr. Slone! Sam would always purr when he saw Dr. Slone. He took great care of my baby Sam and kept him healthy! Now he gets to be in heaven with my Sammy. I will always remember his caring heart and his generosity for others! My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this hard time. God gained another Angel!
Kitty Baker
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Mercy and family, My heart is heavy for you and Wayne's children. He was a good friend and will be missed. Stay strong sweet gal.