Slatton celebrates 100th year

Russell Tullos Slatton celebrated his 100th birthday Jan. 21 at NHC Health Care with friends, family and staff on hand to offer their best wishes.

Slatton, a native of Van Buren County, is a retired farmer. His birthday cake reflected one of his favorite hobbies – fishing. Refreshments of cookies, cake, ice cream and soft drinks were served.

Children of the centenarian attending were: Jeweleen Luna, Nashville; Dale Slatton, Benton, Ky.; Teddy Slatton, McMinnville; Karl Slatton, White County; Janie Brymer and Joanie Troglen, Van Buren County and Jeannie Crain, St. Joseph, Mo. Also enjoying the festivities was his brother, Kenneth Slatton.