Mr. Frederick Norman Slosman

Frederick Norman Slosman, 71, a lifelong Asheville resident, died peacefully surrounded by loved ones June 25, 2011, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Born December 27, 1939, the son of the late Samuel and Nettie Slosman, he had a deep love for his native Western North Carolina mountains. He was the youngest of three siblings who were his late sister, Bryna Liebowitz, and brother, the late Benson Slosman. Slosman dedicated his life to growing The Slosman Corporation, a local textile company founded by his grandfather, Barnet, over 100 years ago. He began as a territory salesman at The Slosman Corporation working while he completed his last two years at NC State, where he received a bachelor’s degree in textiles in 1961. He became chairman and CEO in the late 80’s. Slosman loved family and his Jewish Heritage. He spent much of his life involved in the Asheville community. He served as Past President of Beth Israel Synagogue and the Jewish Community Center, was a member of Sigma Alpha Mu from N.C. State for fifty years, was a 32nd degree Mason, served on the boards of First Commercial Bank and the March of Dimes, was a member of Chaine des Rotisseurs, and was a contributor to the Asheville Humane Society among other organizations. Slosman had a lifelong love for aviation, traveling, fine dining and golf. He traveled extensively throughout the world on business and more recently enjoyed excursions with his loving wife, Ellen. In addition to Ellen, Slosman is survived by children: Richard, Jeff (Debra), Elyse Dietrich (Gary), Shayna Telesmanic (Chris), Sam; stepchildren: Sherrye Coggiola (Anthony) and Babette Ito (Doug); grandchildren: Bennett, Carson, Cooper, Kellon, Maxton, Sienna, Sydney, and the late Winston; along with numerous other extended family and loved ones. Much love and thanks to the staff of Clare Bridge and CarePartners, including his dear hospice nurse, Nancy Driscoll. Funeral Services will be held Sunday, June 26, 2011 at 2 p.m. at Beth Israel Synagogue with Rabbi Robert Cabelli officiating. Interment will follow at Lou Pollock Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Fred Slosman Endowment/Jewish Community Center, 236 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC, 28801.

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Mr. Frederick Norman Slosman

June 25, 2011