James "Jimmy" Devereaux Slaughter

James “Jimmy” Devereaux Slaughter, 71, of Tye River passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born on February 21, 1955, in Charlottesville, VA, son of the late John “Buddy” Devereaux Slaughter.

Jimmy was an avid fisherman and an accomplished shooter in multiple disciplines. His happy place was on his boat in the Bay with a fish on the hook! His affinity for firearms led him to win numerous competitions, and he thoroughly enjoyed hunting. Jimmy loved days when he could ride on his tractor and work in his garden. He worked at Central Virginia Electric Co Op and Stackhouse Electric Incorporated before he retired from Dominion Resources, and lastly retired from Ashbury International.

He is survived by his loving wife, Vickie Slaughter; his mother, Patty Fortune Slaughter of Tye River; his sister, Roxanne Slaughter (Sharon) of Tye River; his sons, Brian Slaughter (Kimmie) of Tye River; Kevin Bridges (Allie) of Palmyra; and Keith Bridges (Jennifer) of Palmyra; his grandchildren, Kaleb Bridges and Karmen Bridges and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Jimmy was so friendly and personable; he knew no stranger. He was a mentor and fatherlike figure to many special friends.

A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. Monday, June 8th, 2026, at Clifford Baptist Church, 635 Fletchers Level Rd, Amherst, VA with Pastor Jeffrey Campbell officiating. Family will receive friends an hour prior to the service. Following the service, the family would like to invite anyone who would like to join for fellowship and food at St. Stephens Baptist Church, 2903 Tye River Rd, Amherst, VA.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the care teams at the Cancer Center (Pantops location), and the ICU and Palliative Care Teams of UVA.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make contributions to the Emily Couric Cancer Center or Centra Hospice.

Arrangements by Wells/Sheffield Funeral Chapel, Lovingston (434-263-4097).