James Gilbert Slack

Melbourne James G. Slack, 74 passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at his residence after a brief illness. James was born in Bradley County Tennessee and has been in Melbourne for several years. He is survived by his loving wife Donna of 52 years,Three children Jimmie (Deann), Cindy and Joey (Melanie). Brother Matt (Kathy), Brother Dean (Loretta), 5 grandchildren, longtime friend Big man Bill, several nieces and nephews, many cousins, and many many friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter Cathy and brother Patrick. He studied Law at the University of Dayton, he was an avid fisherman, golfer and Philosophy Club. James was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and retail merchant and owner and proprietor of Slack Farms Limited, thoroughbred horse trainer for 35 years, and a passion for life long learning and a man of many interests. Visitation will be Tuesday July 14, 2009, from 5-8pm at Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home 5400 Village Drive Viera, Fl. Funeral services will be held, Wednesday, July 15, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home chapel. Beckman Williamson Funeral Home 5400 Village Drive Viera, Fla 32955 321 635-1973