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Dear friends and family, Thank you so much to everyone visiting this page. As we mourn the loss of our beloved Bob, let's honor his memory by sharing the cherished moments and memories we hold dear. Your stories will serve as a beautiful tribute to his life and the impact he had on each of us. Let's come together in love and remembrance during this difficult time.
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Obituary

Robert L Slate Jr. born July 17th, 1948, passed peacefully June 8th, 2024, surrounded by his family. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Sr. and Mary. He leaves behind his loving wife of 35 years, Barbara, his stepsons Geoffrey (Carrie), Jonathan (Mary), and his sister Barbara. Bob was affectionately known as “Gramps” to his 4 grandchildren, Madelyn, Emily, Robert and Abigail whom he loved dearly, and they loved dearly in return.

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The Fernald Family expresses their deepest sympathy in the loss of Bob Slate.  Bob has been a fiend of ours since the 1…
The Fernald Family expresses their deepest sympathy in the loss of Bob Slate.  Bob has been a fiend…
The Fernald Family expresses their deepest sympathy in the loss …
Bob Slate was a friend of my parents. He always made me laugh. I loved seeing him at church and when he was at social o…
Bob Slate was a friend of my parents. He always made me laugh. I loved seeing him at church and whe…
Bob Slate was a friend of my parents. He always made me laugh. I…
Bob was a caring and friendly man. His dedication and devotion to Barb, Geoff and Jon was an example for us all. Rest i…
Bob was a caring and friendly man. His dedication and devotion to Barb, Geoff and Jon was an exampl…
Bob was a caring and friendly man. His dedication and devotion t…

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Born

July 17th, 1948
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Graduated from college

1970
University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
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Got married to Barbara Slate

June 30th, 1989
Grace Episcopal Church, Russell Road, Alexandria, VA

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