Daniel Clyde Sluder
January 30, 1942 ~ October 26, 2021
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailDaniel Clyde Sluder (known as Dan and Papaw Dan to his grandchildren), was born in Alexander, NC on January 30, 1942. He passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by loved ones, early Tuesday morning, October 26, 2021, after a short illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Willie Freeman Sluder, one sister, Josephine Sluder, one brother Tony Sluder, and son Eric Parham.
He is survived by the love of his life Sandra Parham; daughter Tanya Plekan and son-in-law Walt Plekan of Cary, NC, and daughter Cassie Melton and son-in-law Jamin Melton of Asheville, NC; grandchildren, Ashlee Neely, Colby Neely, Alex Plekan, Parker Plekan, Jaden Melton, Jaxen Melton, and Jasen Daniel (named after Papaw Dan) Melton; and sisters, Brenda Sluder and Margaret Coe, both of Asheville, NC.
Dan was the proud owner of Sluder’s Inc. d/b/a Leicester Supply of which he worked tirelessly for the past fifty years serving the community of Leicester and surrounding areas. Dan was born a natural entrepreneur who employed many people over the years, but more recently was the employer of JR Ball, Pam Riddle, Gary Verni-Lau, Fred Sexton, Dimas Perez, Heraldo Perez, and Pedro Pablo who he worked along side with every day. He would be seen leaving town before sun up and returning after sun down to ensure the community had goods and services, often working upwards of seventy hours weekly. His strong work ethic and dedication is evident by the successful business he grew from scratch.
Dan could routinely be found helping others with their business ventures, home projects, following Nascar, working in the yard/landscaping, keeping up with the local news, or reading the Wall Street Journal. In addition to work and his family, Dan was an avid dog lover. He lost his beloved Snapple on April 15, 2021, after 15 years of companionship.
The family will receive family and friends on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue between 6-8pm.
The family prefers and wishes that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the French Broad Baptist Church Cemetery Fund: PO Box 122, Alexander, NC 28701 or a charity of your choosing be given in Dan’s honor.
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Visitation: October 27, 2021 6:00 pm - January 21, 2026 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Alyssa Corrado and Sarah Price
Sandra I am so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. He did a lot of good for a lot of people. My prayers and love to all the family.
Sandra, we are praying for you, your family, and all the staff at Leicester Supply.
We are so sorry about Dan’s passing. We were all praying for a miracle but God had other plans. He will be greatly missed by the whole community. Cherish your memories. Please express our condolences to everyone. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Sandra, So very sorry about Dan, our thoughts and prayers are with you, and the entire family, Great guy, proud to have had Dan as friend for many years.
To the Family of Dan, we are so sorry to hear of his passing. He will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandra, Family and Work Family
Dan was a special person that was loved by many. He was an asset to the community and loved people so much. Remember: A true friend is never truly gone. His spirit lives on in the memories of those who loved him. Glenn considered Dan his best friend in the whole world. Our thoughts and prayers are for you each day. May God comfort you.
Thoughts & prayers for all the family.
Prayers for the family during this time
Sandra, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family and employees.
Sorry for the loss he was a great man Seay’s Service sends there regards
My family and I are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Leicester has lost a treasure. Dan was a friend to all and did a lot of good in the community with out recognition or fanfare.
Always a hardworking man and fair in his dealings. He will be missed by many.
Only once in life does a person live in this world who’s purpose is to make it a better place. Dan was this person. He done so much for so many including myself. This world and this community has lost a great man. It is my hope that Sandra and the entire family finds comfort in this time. He will truly be missed by so many, but never forgotten.
Sandra our prayers are with you and the family. Dan was a wonderful man who was kind and very sweet. He will be missed greatly.
Sandra I am so sorry to hear about Dan he truly was a great person. My prayers are with you and your family. For sure he is in heaven, hopefully shaking hands with his old friend Reeves blessings and prayers
So very sorry for your loss! Dan was a good man.
William McGhee
I am sorry to hear this. Dan and Sandra were good to me while buying at their store and putting metal roofs on several of their properties. Thoughts and prayers are with all.
Sandra and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Arthur and Rachel
Sending prayers to the family
Gos bless you all
Sandra and family i am so sorry to hear about your Dan he was a wonderful man and and he was kind to everyone i know my dad O.E CHAMBERS they were good friends my prayers and my heart is with you and again Dan will be missed.
prayers for this family. this is such a loss for this community. thank you for being such a pillar of this community. God bless you all
Sandra and family,
I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
We are so sad to hear about Dan. He was such a great light in the Leicester Community. Helping so many in real need. And that is all that we take with us is what we give away. We love you, keep the good memories in mind.
Love & Prayers,
Pam & Randy Price
We are so sorry for the passing of Dan. We will miss him. Sandra and kids stay strong. We are here for you if you need. We love you all so much.
Our sincere condolences to all.
Jackie & Michel Fontaine
Sissy Rymer
Sending prayers for all Dan’s family, friends and employees. He will certainly be missed.
Sorry for your loss. Sandra and family and employees of Leicester Supply.Praying God gives you strength and comfort in this difficult time.
He will be greatly missed Dan was a good man prayers for the family
TO; THE fAMILY ”DEATH BRINGS PAIN THAT ONLY TIME CAN HEAL NO WORDS COULD EASE WHAT WE TRULY FEEL. BUT WITH GOD, HIS JOY IS ETERNALLY SEALED. AND CHERISH HIS MEMORIES THAT DEATH CAN NOT EVEN STEAL. LIFT UP A SMILE FOR HE IS ALREADY IN PARADISE. FROM ; Claude & Sue HURT
Sandra , family and work employees, so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by everyone. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers .Love you all.
Dean @ Barbara Revis
Sandra family and work employees, so sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by everyone. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the up coming days and weeks
We Love you all.
so sorry for your loss i use to work for dan he will be greatly missed ray ponder and family
He didn’t like to talk about all those he helped but if you listened close you would quickly figure out that he had a huge heart and would help anyone he thought needed it.
Joe Miller & family
Sandra and Family we are all So Sorry to hear about Dans passing. He was a wonderful person truly a pillar of the Leicester community and will be missed by so many . Prayers & Thoughts for all of you.
The Leicester area has lost a good friend who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and to his employees during this time and the days to come.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. The community has truly lost a great man.
Dan was truly a great man, hard working and honest as the day is long. He will surely be missed.
Sandra, you are in our thoughts and prayers, I met Dan some 70 years ago and feel blessed to have met such a friend. May God lead you in the days ahead. To the leicester supply family you’re special.
We are truly sadden to hear of Dan’s passing. He is a true legend of the community and will be sorely missed.
Sandra,
Marsha, just called to tell me of Dan’s passing. I’m so sorry to hear this, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I think of y’all often and would like to see you all. Love Lynda & Tom
Sandra, Greg and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Gonna miss you Uncle Dan Now my daddy will gave his big brother with him in heaven Please tell Daddy I love him and ya ll take care til I see ya lol again
To Sandra and family & the Leicester Supply family, you all are in our prayers. We are grateful for Dan’s entrepreneurial spirit that led him to serve the Leicester community. What a blessing. May God’s spirit bring you comfort, strength and joy as you remember Dan’s legacy.
Sandra I was saddened to learn of Dan’s passing. Though I only learned of this now, know that Vicki and I will be praying for you and your family during these unsure times. God will fill many voids in your life. Know that HE will be with you during this time of need.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Carl and Diane Moss