She received her Bachelor's Degree from Baylor University in 1975 and her Masters of Library & Info Sciences from USC in 1976. As a proud librarian, Jacki worked for Richland Library for over 30 years and retired as the Northeast Library's Manager in 2016.
Jacki spent her spare time reading, volunteering, playing bridge, gardening and traveling. She was known for her dry sense of humor and her contagious laughter among all who knew her.
Jacki was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Yvonne Dee. She is survived by Joe Sligh, her husband of 45 years; her two sons, Brooks (Kristi) and Charlie Sligh; her sister, Theresa Stanley (Clint); her brother, Bruce Carrico (Gina) and multiple cousins, nieces and nephews.
A service in her memory will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. Friends will be received beginning at 2:00 p.m. with service beginning at 3:00 p.m. A reception will be held at the Sligh family home following the service.
Special thanks to her caregivers, Tori Painter and sister, Theresa Stanley.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to the Richland Library Friends and Foundation.
Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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