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DSU flag to fly at half-staff in honor of Nevin Sledge

By October 19, 2023

The Delta State University flag will continue to fly at half-staff through sunset on Saturday, 10月21日, in memory of Delta State alumnus Nevin Sledge of Cleveland, 密西西比州. 参议员 Sledge passed away on October 13, 2023. 享年102岁

Throughout his remarkable life, 参议员 Sledge excelled in various fields and made a lasting impact on those around him. He dedicated himself to multiple endeavors and left an indelible mark on the automotive industry, 政治, and agriculture.

In addition to his accomplishments as a businessman, he served as a State 参议员 for nine years. His passion for public service led him to advocate tirelessly for the rights and well-being of his constituents. 参议员 Sledge’s leadership and integrity garnered widespread recognition during his tenure as a senator.

参议员 Sledge was a lifelong learner who treasured education. He graduated from Cleveland High School before attending Culver Military Academy and Delta State Teachers College. These formative years instilled in him a thirst for knowledge that he carried throughout his life.

Friends and family will be invited to pay their respects during visitation services on October 19, 2023, 从下午5点开始.m. 到晚上7点.m. at Ray Funeral Home located at 206 Bishop Rd, Cleveland, 密西西比州. A celebration of 参议员 Sledge’s remarkable life will follow on October 20th at First Presbyterian Church at 11:00 a.m. (1100 Hwy 8, Cleveland, 密西西比州).

The online guest register may be viewed and signed 在这里.