Mary Owens Slavin
February 6, 1931 ~ April 15, 2022
TARBORO - Mary Owens Slavin, age 91, passed away on Good Friday, April 15, 2022. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on February 6, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Henry Bruce and Irene Boone Owens. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, William Calvin Slavin; her daughter, Teresa Slavin Long; her grandson, Lee Slavin; her sisters, Mattie Gupton, Bernice Parrish, and Arlene Robinson; and her brothers, Larry, Otis, Willard, Wendell, and Wayne Owens.
Mary's joys were Calvin and her family. She loved babies, especially her grandbabies and great grandbabies. She worked several jobs in her life and was especially proud of her career at Abbott Labs, where she retired in 1986. She loved Rocky Mount and never wanted to live anywhere else other than week-end trips to their cottage at the Pungo River, "Pearly Shores", where she enjoyed fishing and sitting on the pier watching the grandbabies play in the water. She enjoyed gardening and loved her flowers in the yard. Pink was her favorite color. She made a difference in the life of everyone who knew her and she leaves behind a tremendous legacy of life, love, and laughter.
Mary is survived by her sons, Bruce (Debra), Edward (Tina), and David (Judy); her son-in-law, Mike Long, 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; her sister, Geneva Davis; and several nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. A visitation with the family will follow the service at the graveside.
Flowers are welcome; because Mary loved them; or memorials may be made in Mary's name to Rocky Mount Seventh Day Adventist Church, 2045 S. Halifax Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27803.
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
Visitation
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 4/21, 3:00 pm
A visitation with the family will follow the service at the graveside.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 4/21, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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In memory of Mary Helen Slavin Owens, Paul Armstrong lit a candle
In memory of Mary Slavin, Sue & Bunky Toffton lit a candle
We are so very saddened for the entire Slavin family. Keeping each of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Edward and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.
In memory of Mary Owens Slavin, Gale P. Matthews lit a candle
In memory of Mary Owens Slavin, JUDY MASON BASS lit a candle
My mother Maggie Crocker Warren (passed 2017) cared deeply for Mary. Though years passed between their visit and calls, mother always spoke fondly of their friendship as neighbors. My deepest condolences to her sons, family and friends.
Edward, I’m very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. You and you family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers
To the Slavin family We are so sorry for your loss. Our mother Mary Etta Pridgen worked with Mrs. Slavin at Abbott Labs, Mrs. Slavin was one of her friends and our mama missed them all after retirement. Our mama passed in 2015. Praying for comfort for your family during this time. 🙏⚘Sincerely, Linda Pridgen Brantley, Phyllis Pridgen Farmer
Bruce, peace and comfort to you and family during this time.