Barbara Slack Obituary

Barbara Jean Slack, 75, a resident of Colorado Springs since 1959, died on June 19, 2006, after enduring a grievous yet valiant struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on January 19, 1931 to Verne C. and Marian (Hansen) Haugness in Omaha, NE. As a child, she lived briefly in Colorado Springs, during which time she attended Steel School. After moving back to Omaha, she graduated from Benson High School and was proud to be a Benson Bunny! She graduated from Omaha University in 1952 with a degree in Education. While in college, Barb belonged to the Chi Omega Sorority. She was very involved in the "O.U. Players," playing leading roles in several productions. Barbara married her college sweetheart, Thomas W. Slack, on December 21, 1952 in Omaha, NE. After teaching first grade in Omaha for three years, she chose to stay home and nurture the family she loved. Upon moving to Colorado Springs in 1959, she joined First Presbyterian Church where she faithfully served as a Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Get Set Volunteer and Bible study leader. She was active in Bible Study Fellowship, was a member of Sons of Norway, worked many local elections and was a Soup Kitchen volunteer. Barb was preceded in death by her parents, her infant daughter and her grandson, Ethan Marting. Survivors include her loving husband of 54 years, Dr. Thomas W. Slack; four children: Linda Slack, of Pueblo, CO; Thomas E. (Laurie) Slack, Lisa (Sean) Marting, Steve Slack (Fiance, Elise Strickland) and five grandchildren: Cori (Matthew) Wroten, Andrea (Aaron) Boyles, Kaylen Slack, Emma Marting and Tory Marting. A Memorial Service will be held on July 20 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 219 East Bijou St., Colorado Springs, CO. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Get-Set Preschool Program at First Presbyterian Church. 2 Timothy 4:7-8 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.