Donald R. Slagle

Age 89, of Minerva, died Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in Aultman Hospital. He was born September 9, 1930 in Minerva to Harmon and Ruth (Zinninger) Slagle. He was a Roller Grinder at Timken Co. for 43 years, a brick layer for Crowl Lumber and a lifetime farmer. He graduated from Minerva High School in 1948 and was part of the Naval Air Reserve for 6 ½ years. He was a member of the Canton Baptist Temple and was involved in the faith builders Sunday school class and a former bus driver. He was also a member of Tubal Lodge #551 F&AM.

He is survived by his wife, Donna (Green) Slagle, whom he married June 15, 1951; 2 daughters, Karen Slagle of Canton, Julie Henson of Paris; 2 sons, Richard (Sheila) Slagle of Raleigh, NC, John Slagle (Kim Carbone) of Minerva; a sister, Lois Wood of California; 5 grandchildren, Sherry (Matthew) Moyer, Todd (Brandie) Slagle, Katie (Jason) Akers, Seth Slagle and Sydney Slagle and 6 great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by a son in law, Jim Henson, 2 brothers, Paul and Ray Slagle.

A graveside service will be held Saturday at 11:00 am at Liberty Cemetery in Minerva with Rev. Jake Tovissi officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camp Chof, Canton Baptist Temple 515 Whipple Ave NW, Canton OH 44708.