Mr. Julian Lester "J.L." Slade age 91, of Hampton Lake passed away Monday, May 2, 2022 at Riverwood Health and Rehab in Starke. J.L. was born on November 18, 1930 in Keystone Heights to the late Lester and Lula (McKinney) Slade and was lifelong area resident. He was a member of The Church of Hampton, and prior to retirement worked as a heavy equipment operator for the Bradford County Road Department. He was an avid hunter and long-time member of Piney Bay Hunt Club and a founding member of Camp 229 Hunting Club. He also enjoyed Gardening and fishing. One of his greatest joys was children, often aggravating kids at church but, always had candy for them. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Bertice (Rosier) Slade. Survivors are, his daughter, JoAnne Slade of Hampton Lake, brother, C.W. Slade (Brenda) of Hampton and many nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 11:00 am at Santa Fe Cemetery. A visitation will be held at the graveside beginning at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow with Pastor Donnie Lott officiating. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200 www.jonesgallagherfh.com. Cemetery Santa Fe Cemetery County Road 18 West Hampton FL 32044 US Visitation Wednesday, May 4, 2022 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM Santa Fe Cemetery County Road 18 West Hampton FL 32044 US Graveside Service Wednesday, May 4, 2022 11:00 AM - Santa Fe Cemetery County Road 18 West Hampton FL 32044 US Funeral Home Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Keystone Heights 340 East Walker Drive Keystone Heights FL - 32656 US (352) 473-3176