Delma McDonald Slade, 91 years old, was born on July 14, 1933 and peacefully departed this life on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Funeral arrangements:
Funeral Service: Monday, February 24, 2025 | Visitation Service:11:00-11:45 am |Special Presentation 11:45 am | Funeral Service starts at 12:00 Noon
Place of Service: Lincoln Memorial Baptist Church, 1500 S. Roxboro Street, Durham, NC 27707
Interment: Beechwood Cemetery
Melvin McDonald sent Serene Lily Basket for Delma McDonald Slade - February 23, 2025
Jeannie Smith sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Delma McDonald Slade - February 22, 2025
Kimberly T Hunley sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Delma McDonald Slade - February 22, 2025
Willa C Clark sent Red and White Floor Basket for Delma McDonald Slade - February 20, 2025
Deepest condolences to the Slade family. May the many precious memories of her comfort you now and sustain you in the future. She was treasured.
Ruth, Janice, Tricia, Kathy and family I want to send my deepest sympathy to you all. I'm going to really miss Ms Delma the time that I spent with her and the many times she had me laughing from the stories she would tell me in addition to that I will miss her calling me by the new nickname she had given me (Baby Cakes) I pray that the Lord strengthen you guys and keep you all in his perfected peace today and in the times to come when you guys are reflecting on the memories of your mom. Her memories will be with me for a lifetime., but Thanks be unto God the battle is over and the victory is won she is resting in Jesus. I know she truly love the Lord and that's one thing I know for certain I love you guys with the love of the Lord. Rest in Ms.Delma Karla JBaxter
To Pat Kathy Ruth Janice and rest of Family. Mama Delma was like a second Mama to me. She always told me she Loved me and gave me loving Hugs. We would dance to gospel music. We had lots of talks and fun together. I will never never forget Mama Delma Slade. Love You Forever and Ever. Live on see you One Day.
Dear Patricia. We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family in your mother's passing. Mrs. Slade was a very sweet person. She always had a smile and a kind word of encouragement. May the peace of God comfort you during this time of bereavement for God has promised that as your days, so shall your strength be (Romans 14:23).
Love you Aunt Delma, rest in peace. Abraham B McDonald Jr.
May Father God comfort you doing this time.
Ms Slade going to miss your smile and words of comfort and nursing together, Jesus got u in His protection place of comfort .
Jan, I love you Big Sis'! You and your family have my deepest condolences.
Love Kimm & Family
Eric,just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you and your family.
Mother Delma has always been kind, sweet and easy to talk with. Was honored to have had the chance to hear her singing with the Ladies Gospel Group. To the Family and Frends, sending the Deepest of Condolences. Will continue to pray, that God will heal each of you from this Great Loss.
My sincerest and heartfelt sympathy to the Slade family during this most difficult time of bereavement. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Slade Sisters & family Losing a parent is an unimaginable pain. Please remember that you're not alone in your grief. "Lean" on the love and support of your friends and family as you navigate through this difficult journey. Miss Delma's legacy of kindness & love continue to inspire us all. Sending Much Love! Rice Sisters & family
My warmest and sincere condolences to her family,I knew her for many years she will be missed.
Condolences and Prayers to The Family. Love You, Ricky's Baby sister Carmelita
Jennifer, Charles and Josh my love and prayers are with you at your time of sorrow. Please let me know if I can do anything. Love you. MA Mary
Aunt Delma will be truly missed, rest in peace my dear one, Love Always.
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