Robert Clarence Slagle

Robert “Bob” Clarence Slagle – 76 – Born in Pennsylvania on Dec. 7, 1939, passed away suddenly on May 8, 2016. He and his wife Joanne were blessed with 2 sons, Robert H. and Daniel. Bob is preceded in death by Mother Caroline and Father Harry & Sister Jean. Bob is survived by Sister Carol and Brother Richard. Bob was a loving & caring Husband & incredible Father. He was much loved by his 5 grandchildren, Brad, Josh, Jenna, Samantha and Jacob, all who meant the world to him. Papa says Be’s & Do’s to them. He was also an inspiration to his 5 step-grandchildren by his 2 daughters-in-law, Susan and Tammy. A U.S. Army veteran, Bob was highly respected in his community and a prominent resident of Litchfield Park where he and Joanne resided since 1982. Bob was known as a successful businessman. As the owner, founder and CEO of S&S Tire Co, he devoted his life to building and growing his company with his sons and with the love and support of his wife, Joanne of 52 years. Rob & Dan will continue the legacy of the company he started 40 years ago. Bob will be missed by his entire family and all his wonderful friends. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held Sunday, May 22, 2016, 3 P.M. to 5 P.M. at the Wigwam Resort-Sachem Hall, 300 E. Wigwam Blvd., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 in remembrance of all of his service to the Community of Litchfield Park and the Wigwam Resort Golf and Country Club. He touched many people thru his service to his community. Independent Tire Dealers Group, Captive Insurance-current Board President Independent Tire Dealers Group-past Board Member Wigwam Country Club-past President and past Board Member City of Litchfield Park- Board Member, Industrial Development Commission The Church at Litchfield Park-past Records Chairman on the Board of Directors Arizona Tire Dealers Association-past President Peoria Lions Club-past President In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Homeless Youth Connection, 500 N. Bullard Ave., Ste. 28, Goodyear, AZ 85338 or The Church at Litchfield Park, 300 N. Old Litchfield Rd., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340.