Michael S. Slingerland

KNOX — Michael S. Slingerland, who liked to motorcycle in the summer and snowmobile in the winter, died unexpectedly at his home Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2015. He was 52.

“He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be greatly missed,” his family wrote in a tribute. “He loved riding his motorcycle with his wife, Lindy, and many good friends in the summer months and riding his snowmobile in the winter months.”

He is survived by his wife, Lindy, of 28 years; two sons, Shawn and Cory; two daughters, Shannon and Nicole; two grandsons, Christopher and Orion; his granddaughter, Madison; and a soon-to-be grand-baby. He is also survived by his brothers and sister, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and many friends.

His parents, James Slingerland and Dolores Slingerland Curro, died before him, as did his stepfather, Joseph Curro; his sister, Traci Slingerland Lee; and his son, Ryan Slingerland. 

A funeral service will be held on Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Fredendall Funeral Home in Altamont. Calling hours will be prior to the service from 5 to 7:30 p.m.  Online condolences may be made at www.fredendallfuneralhome.com.

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