Mr. Murtnell Sligh
Mr. Murtnell Sligh of Selma NC was the son of Willie and Cora Sligh. He was born January 13, 1954, in Johnston County, NC. Mr. Sligh transitioned from labor to reward on June 21, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Murtnell attended Richard B Harrison High School. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Murtnell worked for North Carolina State University where he was a maintenance engineer and concentrated on keeping the floors in excellent condition. Mr. Sligh especially enjoyed talking about the Lord to family and friends. Another of his favorite things was cooking, he often cooked for the family.
He is survived by his wife Mary Sligh, bonus children; Sandra Sanders, Michelle Sanders, seven grandchildren, two sisters, Mary Newsome, Maxine Lewis and a host of other relatives and friends.
Arrangements:
Funeral Services will be held Thursday July 10, 2025, at Howell's Chapel Church of Christ 214 E. Preston St., Selma, NC at 12:00 noon.
The family would request in lieu of flowers monetary contributions be submitted to the funeral home directly Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremations 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577 for Murtnell Sligh.
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Family or Deceased Name: Murtnell Sligh
Your Name: Ricky Bell
Email: bell_ricky@myyahoo.com
Message: Rest in peace my brother 🙏🏼 & u will be well missed by me. Ricky Ricardo Bell from Raleigh, NC.
Date: 070825
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