[Nfbf-l] Passing of Johnnie Slayton

[Marion Gwizdala]

	Johnnie was a driving force behind our recent demonstration at the
R.A. Gray building in Tallahassee and it would not have been the success it
was without her involvement!. Merry and I got to know Johnnie and Donald
during the planning and execution of the demonstration and found her to be
very wise, calm, energetic, and - most of all - very courageous! She was
willing to speak her mind in the face of injustice, no matter how the
powerful didn't like what she had to say! I spoke with Johnnie a few days
ago and told her how much Merry and I were looking forward to re-connecting
with her and Donald at our state convention. We are deeply saddened and
shocked by her sudden passing. She will be deeply missed but her courageous
spirit and wisdom will live on in the work we do! Requiescat in Pax, Johnnie
Slaton! We will meet again the next time around!

Marion Gwizdala


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Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2014 3:28 PM
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Subject: [Nfbf-l] Passing of Johnnie Slayton


 Hello everyone,

I am extremely saddened to report to you of the passing of one of our great
leaders, Johnnie Slayton. I don't have a lot of details yet, but she passed
away early this morning due to complications from a blood clot. 

My deepest condolences go out to Johnnie's family and the Tallahassee
Chapter. She was by far, one of the most incredible people I've ever had the
pleasure of meeting. She will be greatly missed. 

I've spoken with Sylvia Young, Tallahassee Chapter secretary and her
information is below should you need to contact her directly.
I will be posting further information as it becomes available concerning
services. 

Sylvia Young
slyfox at embarqmail.com
850-322-5937

Sincerely,

 


 
Lenora J. Marten, President
Florida Organization of Parents of Blind Children Secretary, NFB-FL Florida
Rehabilitation Council for the Blind bluegolfshoes at aol.com
904-229-9554


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