James Randall (Whistle) Slavings
James Randall (Whistle) Slavings
Graveside services for James Randall Slavings, 76, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Amy Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Slavings passed away at 9:26 a.m., Sunday, November 20, 2022, at his home.
He was born November 11, 1946, at Hayti, Missouri, to James Henry Slavings and Vertie Rosetta Mitchell Slavings. On January 10, 1970, he was married at Bridgman, Michigan, to Margerite Cleland; it was a cold, snowy day. Mr. Slavings was a veteran, having proudly served in the United States Navy as Boatswain’s Mate Third Class June 1965 – April 1969. He worked at Bendix in St. Joe, Michigan for a number of years. He was a lifetime member of the Bayou Mason Lodge No. 365 and served as Treasurer from 2009 – 2021.
He is survived by his wife, Margerite Slavings; two daughters, Colleen Hensley and husband, Dwayne and Marian Luna and husband, Brad; three grandchildren, Amanda Taylor and husband, Halsey, Lucas Hensley and wife, Jamie and Skylar Luna and wife, Courtney; three great-grandchildren, Jenaca and Judd Hensley and Haddie Mae Taylor; special friend, Gavin Pearson; four brothers, Slim Slavings and wife, Diane, Carl Slavings and wife, Debbie, Steve Slavings and Robert Slavings and wife, Gina; one sister, Linda Evans; one sister-in-law, Elaine Slavings; one brother-in-law, Terry Cleland; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, one granddaughter, Charlotte Marie Luna, one brother, Alvin Slavings, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Robert and Ozella Cleland, sisters-in-law, Karen Slavings and Emma Cleland, brothers-in-law, Clifton Evans and Douglas Cleland, preceded him in death.
The family would like to extended their sincerest heartfelt thanks to Dr. Roylance and Dr. Martin for the exceptional management of James’ medical needs and to his wonderful hospice team, especially Lisa, Boomer and Roberta; we will never forget how each of you bonded and cared for our loved one, “Pinky Promise.” Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
November 21, 2022 @ 5:38 pm
Mrs. Margerite Slavings, Slavings Families, and Linda Evans/Families,
Sending our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of James. We will be keeping all of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. May God comfort, encourage, strengthen, and give each of you peace at this difficult time. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Norris/Ivene Cozort
Tim, Amber(Cozort), and Corby Redburn
Tammy Barnes
November 21, 2022 @ 6:35 pm
Colleen so sorry to here about you dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Harbison
November 21, 2022 @ 7:01 pm
Our sincere condolences. Prayers for all.
Harold, Colleen & Karen Harbison
Robert and Gail Jackson
November 22, 2022 @ 10:54 am
So very sorry to each of you for your loss. It’s rough losing those you love.
Robert and Gail Jackson
Dustin W Mahan
November 21, 2022 @ 7:13 pm
Lucas Hensley and Slavings family, I’m sorry for the loss of your grandfather.
Royce Wheeler
November 22, 2022 @ 8:16 am
To the Slavings Family,
It is with our deepest sympathy that we at Bayou lodge express the loss of Brother Whistle.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Royce Wheeler Master of Bayou Lodge 365
Melba Boon
November 22, 2022 @ 8:24 am
May God Blessed you all.
Love Melba Boon..
Laura Pendergrass
November 22, 2022 @ 9:29 am
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for everyone.
Susan Ackerman
November 22, 2022 @ 11:00 am
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family. May the Lord hold you in his loving arms during this difficult time.
Mark and Trish Cotter
November 23, 2022 @ 11:52 am
Marian,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. If we can help in any way, please let us know.
Melinda Ray
November 25, 2022 @ 5:28 pm
Will be keeping you, Margerite, and all the family in prayer. May your friends, family and faith sustain you.
With love, Melinda Ray