Memorial
Neil Duane Slaymaker, 67, of Cedar Rapids died Saturday, July 25, 2015 surrounded by family at the Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha following a long illness. He was cremated and there will be no visitation or services per Neil’s request.
Neil was born April 30, 1948 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He attended Cedar Rapids Schools and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1966. Neil married Darlene Biwer in December of 1969. Neil loved to cook and before his stroke, he loved to fish. Neil loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He attended River of Life Church when he was able.
Neil worked for Lefurbure for 20 years in the Welding department. He suffered a debilitating stroke at the age of 52, but managed to return to his home with minimal help.
Surviving Neil are five children, Doug Slaymaker of Marion, Tom (Kara) Slaymaker of Cedar Rapids, Jennifer Erhlacher of Marion, Eric and Mila Slaymaker of Kentucky; eight grandchildren and one great-grandson; two sisters, Cathy (William) of Cedar Rapids and Janet (Bill) Kauffman of Springville.
Neil was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Darlene Slaymaker, his parents, Ellis and Marcella Slaymaker, and his mother-in-law Bessie Biwer.
Neil had two precious cats, Jimmy and Miss Kitty, who he loved very much and were great companions to him.
We would like to thank the caregivers from Synergy who took care of Neil the last week before he entered Hospice. All of you did such a great job and showed great compassion and care. We would also like to thank Hospice for their extraordinary care of Neil the last 3 days of his life. Your kindness and concern for Neil and all of the family will never be forgotten.