Day: August 2, 2024

Robert T. “Butch” Slates Robert T. “Butch” Slates, 73, passed away after a short illness on Aug. 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.  Born on May 29, 1951, in Canton, OH, to the late Donald H. “Pete” and Bernice L. (Riegle) Slates, he was a long-time resident of Dalton. Bob retired from FirstMerit Bank after many years of dedicated service. Known for his warm personality and unwavering positivity, Bob embraced