Funeral services for Mrs. Florine Bailey Slaid, age 84, will be held Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 2:30 PM in the Bailey Funeral Home Chapel, Haynesville, LA. Interment will follow in Gordon Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Haynesville.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 3, 2012 beginning at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Slaid passed away Monday, February 27, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 30, 1927 in Haynesville (Gordon), and except for a brief period of time in Houston, Texas, was a lifelong resident of Haynesville. Mrs. Slaid was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, H.U. "Mutt" Slaid, parents Finis and Julia Bailey, brother, F.C. Bailey, sister, Marie Bailey Copeland, grandson Jarrod Parker, and great-granddaughter Addison Black.
She is survived by her children, Julia Ann and Dr. Loring "Buddy" Barwick of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ellen and Lt. Col. (Ret.) David Parker of Minden, and Jack W. "Buddy" Slaid and Melissa of Sibley. Mrs. Slaid is also survived by her twin sister, Lorine Bailey Dennis of Lafayette, Louisiana.
In addition to Jarrod, Mrs. Slaid had seven grandchildren, Jennifer Barwick Barnett, Julianna Barwick Dollinger, Rachael Parker, Slaid Parker, Lauren Slaid Black, Jonathan Womack (Slaid), Jennifer Womack (Slaid), and Jackson Slaid. In addition to Addison, she had one great-grandchild, Marley Lauren Black.
Mrs. Slaid was a 1944 graduate of Haynesville High School and had a brief working career at Brand's Cleaners in Haynesville, where Mr. Slaid "discovered" her shortly after returning from the war. Mr. and Mrs. Slaid were married on December 7, 1946. Upon their return from Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Slaid owned and operated Service Cleaners until 1968. The Slaids were longtime and faithful workers in the Homer Church of Christ. In their later years together, they attended the Emerson, Arkansas Church of Christ as well, and cherished their associations at both churches.
A talented lady, Mrs. Slaid excelled in many things. She was an accomplished seamstress, loved to crosstitch, and, as "Mutt" would testify to, had a green thumb which evolved into countless flower pots and plants which had to be moved to safety during freezing weather. She was simply a marvelous cook, particularly a "world class" pie baker. While Mutt went about his public life, Mrs. Slaid was content as his silent partner, going about her duties as a wife, mother, and homemaker. She was very much a "salt of the earth" woman. Alzheimer's took Mrs. Slaid from her family even before the Lord took her home. Although memories of her in better days will be cherished, it worthy of note that she remained a sweet lady even during the final chapter of her earthly life.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 3, 2012 beginning at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Slaid passed away Monday, February 27, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 30, 1927 in Haynesville (Gordon), and except for a brief period of time in Houston, Texas, was a lifelong resident of Haynesville. Mrs. Slaid was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, H.U. "Mutt" Slaid, parents Finis and Julia Bailey, brother, F.C. Bailey, sister, Marie Bailey Copeland, grandson Jarrod Parker, and great-granddaughter Addison Black.
She is survived by her children, Julia Ann and Dr. Loring "Buddy" Barwick of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ellen and Lt. Col. (Ret.) David Parker of Minden, and Jack W. "Buddy" Slaid and Melissa of Sibley. Mrs. Slaid is also survived by her twin sister, Lorine Bailey Dennis of Lafayette, Louisiana.
In addition to Jarrod, Mrs. Slaid had seven grandchildren, Jennifer Barwick Barnett, Julianna Barwick Dollinger, Rachael Parker, Slaid Parker, Lauren Slaid Black, Jonathan Womack (Slaid), Jennifer Womack (Slaid), and Jackson Slaid. In addition to Addison, she had one great-grandchild, Marley Lauren Black.
Mrs. Slaid was a 1944 graduate of Haynesville High School and had a brief working career at Brand's Cleaners in Haynesville, where Mr. Slaid "discovered" her shortly after returning from the war. Mr. and Mrs. Slaid were married on December 7, 1946. Upon their return from Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Slaid owned and operated Service Cleaners until 1968. The Slaids were longtime and faithful workers in the Homer Church of Christ. In their later years together, they attended the Emerson, Arkansas Church of Christ as well, and cherished their associations at both churches.
A talented lady, Mrs. Slaid excelled in many things. She was an accomplished seamstress, loved to crosstitch, and, as "Mutt" would testify to, had a green thumb which evolved into countless flower pots and plants which had to be moved to safety during freezing weather. She was simply a marvelous cook, particularly a "world class" pie baker. While Mutt went about his public life, Mrs. Slaid was content as his silent partner, going about her duties as a wife, mother, and homemaker. She was very much a "salt of the earth" woman. Alzheimer's took Mrs. Slaid from her family even before the Lord took her home. Although memories of her in better days will be cherished, it worthy of note that she remained a sweet lady even during the final chapter of her earthly life.
Funeral services for Mrs. Florine Bailey Slaid, age 84, will be held Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 2:30 PM in the Bailey Funeral Home Chapel, Haynesville, LA. Interment will follow in Gordon Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Haynesville.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 3, 2012 beginning at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Slaid passed away Monday, February 27, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 30, 1927 in Haynesville (Gordon), and except for a brief period of time in Houston, Texas, was a lifelong resident of Haynesville. Mrs. Slaid was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, H.U. "Mutt" Slaid, parents Finis and Julia Bailey, brother, F.C. Bailey, sister, Marie Bailey Copeland, grandson Jarrod Parker, and great-granddaughter Addison Black.
She is survived by her children, Julia Ann and Dr. Loring "Buddy" Barwick of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ellen and Lt. Col. (Ret.) David Parker of Minden, and Jack W. "Buddy" Slaid and Melissa of Sibley. Mrs. Slaid is also survived by her twin sister, Lorine Bailey Dennis of Lafayette, Louisiana.
In addition to Jarrod, Mrs. Slaid had seven grandchildren, Jennifer Barwick Barnett, Julianna Barwick Dollinger, Rachael Parker, Slaid Parker, Lauren Slaid Black, Jonathan Womack (Slaid), Jennifer Womack (Slaid), and Jackson Slaid. In addition to Addison, she had one great-grandchild, Marley Lauren Black.
Mrs. Slaid was a 1944 graduate of Haynesville High School and had a brief working career at Brand's Cleaners in Haynesville, where Mr. Slaid "discovered" her shortly after returning from the war. Mr. and Mrs. Slaid were married on December 7, 1946. Upon their return from Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Slaid owned and operated Service Cleaners until 1968. The Slaids were longtime and faithful workers in the Homer Church of Christ. In their later years together, they attended the Emerson, Arkansas Church of Christ as well, and cherished their associations at both churches.
A talented lady, Mrs. Slaid excelled in many things. She was an accomplished seamstress, loved to crosstitch, and, as "Mutt" would testify to, had a green thumb which evolved into countless flower pots and plants which had to be moved to safety during freezing weather. She was simply a marvelous cook, particularly a "world class" pie baker. While Mutt went about his public life, Mrs. Slaid was content as his silent partner, going about her duties as a wife, mother, and homemaker. She was very much a "salt of the earth" woman. Alzheimer's took Mrs. Slaid from her family even before the Lord took her home. Although memories of her in better days will be cherished, it worthy of note that she remained a sweet lady even during the final chapter of her earthly life.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 3, 2012 beginning at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Slaid passed away Monday, February 27, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born June 30, 1927 in Haynesville (Gordon), and except for a brief period of time in Houston, Texas, was a lifelong resident of Haynesville. Mrs. Slaid was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, H.U. "Mutt" Slaid, parents Finis and Julia Bailey, brother, F.C. Bailey, sister, Marie Bailey Copeland, grandson Jarrod Parker, and great-granddaughter Addison Black.
She is survived by her children, Julia Ann and Dr. Loring "Buddy" Barwick of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ellen and Lt. Col. (Ret.) David Parker of Minden, and Jack W. "Buddy" Slaid and Melissa of Sibley. Mrs. Slaid is also survived by her twin sister, Lorine Bailey Dennis of Lafayette, Louisiana.
In addition to Jarrod, Mrs. Slaid had seven grandchildren, Jennifer Barwick Barnett, Julianna Barwick Dollinger, Rachael Parker, Slaid Parker, Lauren Slaid Black, Jonathan Womack (Slaid), Jennifer Womack (Slaid), and Jackson Slaid. In addition to Addison, she had one great-grandchild, Marley Lauren Black.
Mrs. Slaid was a 1944 graduate of Haynesville High School and had a brief working career at Brand's Cleaners in Haynesville, where Mr. Slaid "discovered" her shortly after returning from the war. Mr. and Mrs. Slaid were married on December 7, 1946. Upon their return from Houston, Mr. and Mrs. Slaid owned and operated Service Cleaners until 1968. The Slaids were longtime and faithful workers in the Homer Church of Christ. In their later years together, they attended the Emerson, Arkansas Church of Christ as well, and cherished their associations at both churches.
A talented lady, Mrs. Slaid excelled in many things. She was an accomplished seamstress, loved to crosstitch, and, as "Mutt" would testify to, had a green thumb which evolved into countless flower pots and plants which had to be moved to safety during freezing weather. She was simply a marvelous cook, particularly a "world class" pie baker. While Mutt went about his public life, Mrs. Slaid was content as his silent partner, going about her duties as a wife, mother, and homemaker. She was very much a "salt of the earth" woman. Alzheimer's took Mrs. Slaid from her family even before the Lord took her home. Although memories of her in better days will be cherished, it worthy of note that she remained a sweet lady even during the final chapter of her earthly life.
