Verne Slighter, 89, born in East Syracuse, NY; died in Colorado Springs after a short time in Hospice care. He is survived by sons, Matthew and Mark,. brothers Al and Warren and sisters Polly Petersen and Laura Moreau.
His education included a BA from Boston University and an MA from Iliff School of Theology. He was ordained as a Methodist Pastor, served as a Chaplain in the US Army, and was an Associate Pastor at Faith Presbyterian church for a brief time.
Memorial services will be Thursday, April 5, 10:00am at Gateway Presbyterian church, 731 Castle Road, which he also attended frequently. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Gateway Presbyterian church.