Fredna “Sue” Slaton Alter, born on June 11, 1928 – a vibrant 96-year-old – died peacefully on October 25th at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas, Texas. During her brief illness she was surrounded by caring medical personnel, friends and family as she claimed her heavenly resting place.
As a lifelong Dallas resident Sue could name every street and house where she lived during her childhood and took great pride in graduating from Highland Park High School in 1945. She loved everything about Dallas, from great restaurants, museums, and sports teams to shopping! She was a long-standing member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church where she volunteered for many years at the Women’s Exchange in Highland Park Village. Sue also served several years as a devoted volunteer at the Byron Nelson Golf Tournament sponsored by the Salesmanship Club.
Sue was an American Contract Bridge player, avid golfer, world traveler, licensed Interior Designer and had a heart for living life to its fullest every day. Not many could keep up with her zest for life and willingness to try new things! Along with her children and grandchildren, Sue learned to snow ski when she was over 50 years old! She was truly a one of a kind and will be missed by those who knew her well.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents Francis Sue McGill McClung and Fred David Slaton of Dallas, Texas, stepfather Daniel T McClung, half-brother William T Slaton, son David Luce, grandson Ross Alter, sister Sara Webb, and husband Adrian Alter. She is survived by son Daniel Luce, daughter Martha Sharp, stepson Robert Alter, stepson Thomas Luce, and grandchildren Melissa Nash, David Harmon, Brian Luce, Kristen Ingenito, Addie Alter, and Wood Alter. Sue also leaves behind numerous great grandchildren and many friends, including special friend Allan Hall.
A Celebration for Sue will be held on Saturday, November 30th at Sparkman/Hillcrest Funeral Home in Dallas, Texas. A visitation will be available from 9:00 until 10:00 am. The service will begin at 10:00 with a private interment directly following the Celebration of Life service. Members of Sue’s family will meet friends for lunch at The Tradition at 5850 E Lovers Lane in Dallas immediately following services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice.
