of Batesville, AR
November 9, 1930 - November 23, 2016
Dr. Robert Luther Slaughter of Batesville died peacefully at his home in the presence of his family on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2016.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Mary Jordan Slaughter; three children, Robert Slaughter (Petra) of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Dr. Bradley Slaughter (Andrea) of Batesville, Arkansas, and Susan Slaughter Weaver of Batesville, Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Scott Caldwell of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Theo Caldwell of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Daniel Lemieux of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, William Slaughter of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Lexie Gatlin (Grant) of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, B.J. Slaughter of Batesville, Arkansas, Dr. Jordan Weaver (Nancy) of Batesville, Arkansas, Mary Margaret Howard (Joey) of Batesville, Arkansas; 12 great-grandchildren, Max Caldwell, Malcolm Caldwell, Madison Caldwell, Lexie Caldwell, Logan Lemieux, Lucas Lemieux, Ashton Weaver, Cole Weaver, Caleb Howard, Natalie Howard, Nathan Howard and Isabella Anorve; brother-in-law, Albert Jordan, and sister-in-law, Margaret Jo Jordan; along with many nieces and nephews.
His parents, Robert Luther Slaughter and Dulca Cole Slaughter, his sister, Muriel Nall, brother-in-law, Dan Nall and nephew, Kemp Nall, preceded him in death.
Bob was born in Sheridan, Arkansas. He married his childhood sweetheart in 1951.
He earned his M.D. from University of Arkansas in 1957 and began his medical career in 1958 in downtown Batesville, Arkansas. He practiced family medicine in Batesville for over 50 years and was beloved by everyone for his kindness and compassion.
He was also an anesthesiologist, pilot, avid antique car collector and enthusiast, board member of the Cadillac LaSalle Club, King White River and a member of the First United Methodist Church. Dr. Slaughter will forevermore be remembered as an icon of Independence County.
A private burial will be held at Oaklawn Cemetery for family and close friends on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, at 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 615 E. Main St., Batesville, AR 72501.
The Slaughter family would like to thank Caring Hands Hospice. They also extend special thanks to Dr. Jordan Weaver, along with his loving caregivers, Mary Henderson, Virginia Pruett, Betty Owens, Sharon Scott, Jeannie Huff, Sherrie Malloy and Terry Collins.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church, 615 E. Main Street, Batesville, AR 72501; Caring Hands Hospice, 2000 Harrison Street, Suite E, Batesville, AR 72501; Humane Society of Independence County, PO Box 3477, Batesville, AR 72503; or Wounded Warriors Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
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37 Condolence(s)
Patricia Hawkins ...aka Trisha Ball
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Dear Mary and Family, My heart aches knowing Doc's passed on but he's left footprints across many a heart. My prayers are with you in finding comfort from the Holy Spirit. I know he will be walking with Jesus for her was such a great man. Someday we'll be reunited. Until then smile and hold peace to your heart. Blessings to you all.
Nancy and David Smith
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Bradley and Andria,
We were so sorry to learn about your Dad. Bradley, I remember from your Dillard days how much you looked up to and admired your dad. I know all the good memories will help you through this time. Just know we are thinking about you and your family.
Happel Terrell
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
It is sad news indeed to hear of Bob's passing - he was a very special person and will be missed. He was our family doctor for many years but more than that he was our friend. I loved going over and having him show us his vintage Cadillacs. He always made you feel like his closest friend whether in the office or at his home - he was a consummate gentleman.
My condolences to his family.
Willie Strong
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Slaughter. I am praying for your family.
Laura Anderson
Monday, November 28, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. Dr. Slaughter was such a wonderful personal and doctor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
In Christ,
Laura & Marley Anderson
Tammy Angel
Monday, November 28, 2016
Prayers and love for The Slaughter Family. Dr. Slaughter will be greatly missed.
Jenny Nall Manning
Monday, November 28, 2016
Love sweet and precious Uncle Bob! He will be missed. Love to the entire family! xoxo- Jenny & Morgan
Sarah & John Nail
Monday, November 28, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss. We are also sorry for the city of Batesville's loss. He was a wonderful person as well as a great doctor. Our family loved him very much.
Betty Burge Cockrill
Monday, November 28, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Slaughter. My thoughts and prayers for each of you.
Lisa Foster
Monday, November 28, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a great man and wonderful physician! My heart felt prays for comfort and strength to his entire family. Love to all,
Lisa Foster
Beth James
Monday, November 28, 2016
Tears came to my eyes when I saw this. Dr. Bob was my physician since I fell and injured my knee many many years ago and I have loved him all thru my childhood and adulthood. He is on the top of my most admired men in time. He will be extremely missed. Prayers go out to his entire family.
Regina Rowe Bryant
Sunday, November 27, 2016
I'm so sorry Dr. Bob is gone but I know he's in a good place. He was a second dad to me when I was little and I was his first housecall after you guys moved to Batesville. You are all in my prayers! Love you guys!
Dorene Stephens
Sunday, November 27, 2016
A wonderful caring man who took his calling as a Doctor inside and outside the office. There's not many left like him.
May God comfort his family and friends.
Keith and Tiziana Bowers
Sunday, November 27, 2016
We have such amazing memories of Dr. Bob. He was always our favorite. Our thoughts are with the Slaughter family during this time. Much love from Keith and Tiz
Sonja Yates
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Dr. Bob was such a pillar in the community. He had such a compassion and truly cared about his patients. I took my dad to him until he retired. Praying for comfort, strength, and peace during this difficult time. God bless all.
Brenda Jones & Jeff Perry
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Dr Slaughter was a strong presence in the Batesville community & he will be remembered by all who knew him. Our love & prayers to the whole family. May peace & comfort be with you. Rejoice in the legacy he built!
JONH SCHRATZ
Sunday, November 27, 2016
i called on dr slaughter for over 40+ years in pharma, and he was "the best" doctor i ever called on &I considerd him as a true friend. i will miss him greatly & my prayers are with him & his family. R.I.P.
john schratz
little rock, ar
Cindy Bailey
Sunday, November 27, 2016
So sorry to hear about Dr. Slaughter he was a good man and a nice man good Dr he fixed me as a child I was always breaking my bones thre e times as I can remember May he rip prayers to Susan and rest of your family
Wanda Pomeroy
Sunday, November 27, 2016
So saddened to hear about Papa Doc. He was a wonderful Doctor and a great man. He will be sorely missed by his family and this town. May your hearts be quickly healed.
Chip and Lucy Rayford
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Prayers for all!!
Angela and Rick Reed
Sunday, November 27, 2016
We are so saddened by your loss. It's so hard to see them suffer but harder still to let them go. Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Carolyn Thompson
Sunday, November 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Carolyn Thompson
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Sunday, November 27, 2016
So many wonderful memories with your family thru the years. We will miss Dr. Bob and we are praying for the family. Love ya'll.
Paul Smith Jr
Sunday, November 27, 2016
May your family find peace! A community grieves with you!
Janis Purtle Banister
Sunday, November 27, 2016
To Mary and all the family, may I extend my deepest sympathy , but also rejoice in a life lived in service to so many. Many memories from our young and happy days in Sheridan flooded my mind and in all the mental pictures you both are young and fair as you were then. May God's peace fill your hearts and minds.
Sincerely,
Janis
Kay & Elwin Goolsby
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Bob was a very special member of our family who will forever remain in our hearts. Love, prayers, and heartfelt sympathy to our dear cousins Mary, Robert, Bradley, and Susan. May the beautiful memories you all have shared through the years help give you peace. We love you and all of your family.
Family of the Late Jack & Bernice Heron
Sunday, November 27, 2016
Saddened to hear of Dr. Bob's passing. He was our family
doctor for many years. I recall him being kind and patient
with us, never seemed to rush the visit. He will be
greatly missed.
Carol Morgan Wilson
Saturday, November 26, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Dr. Slaughter took care of me and my family for many years. He was a kind man. Prayers for your family.
Melissa Norman Foley
Saturday, November 26, 2016
So sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Slaughter. He was my family doctor as a child. My family is from Mountain View. Have many fond memories. He was a great man.
Mike and Peggy Harris
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Dr. Slaughter was a kind compassionate man who will be missed greatly. We extend our sympathy and prayers to the family and friends.
Jeannie Sade
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Dr. Slaughter was a very sweet man. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Penny Holland
Saturday, November 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Bob's family. He will always be KING WHITE RIVER TO ME. Loved and respected by so many. Ricky and Penny Holland.
Vikki Crow
Friday, November 25, 2016
I loved himâ¤ï¸ Prayers of peace and comfortðŸ™
Nancy Hobbs
Friday, November 25, 2016
Dear Mary and family, May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you giving peace and comfort . I was so sorry to hear of PapaDoc's passing...He will be missed...
Dwight and Cathie White (lumpy)
Friday, November 25, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers for all of you. He was the most Awesome person we will hold dear all of our memories of Dr Bob
Kimberly Studdard
Friday, November 25, 2016
Love & prayers to family & friends. God bless you all.
Darrell & Carla Thorn
Friday, November 25, 2016
Dr. Weaver, we're sorry to hear the news of your grandfather's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.