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12-15-10 — Jul. 16, 1928-Nov. 13, 2010
Lincoln "Jim" Slagle, age 82, of Fishers, Ind., passed away peacefully on November 13, 2010 at Community Hospital North from complications of leukemia.
He was born in Slickford, Ky., on July 16, 1928 to CM and Ollie Slagle and he was one of nine children.
He served his country honorably as a corporal in the U.S. Army in the Korean War 1951-1953. He retired from Chrysler after 36 years of service and worked part time as a groundskeeper for Mr. Flesh of Carmel.
He is survived by two sons-Rick (Kim) of Fishers, Randy (Melissa) of Indianapolis; two grandchildren-Coby and Marisa Slagle of Fishers; and one step grandson-Trey Hinds of Bloomington; four brothers-Jason, Fletcher, Warren and Hershel Slagle all of Monticello, Ky.; and several nieces and nephews.
He was an avid gardener and race fan. He enjoyed working on small household projects, hunting, fishing, and especially spending time with his grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years-Betty Jean (Guffey) Slagle; sister-Dica Mae McGlocklin of Campbellsville, Ky.; brothers-Caleb Slagle of New Castle, Lee Slagle (Jim's twin) of Monticello, Ky., Raleigh Slagle; and his parents CM and Ollie Slagle also of Monticello, Ky.
Funeral services will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday at 11 a.m. with Reverend Mike Reed officiating. Burial was with military honors in the Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be shared at www.ranallroberts.com.
Randall and Roberts Fishers Mortuary in charge of arrangements.