Ora Bell Pannell Slade Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ora Bell Pannell Slade of Gretna, Virginia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 5, 2025 at the age of 65. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ora Bell Pannell Slade to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Herman Pannell and Everlean Thompson Pannell. She is survived by: her children, LaDwan Stoneback (Jonathan) of Danville, Virginia and Terrio Pannell of Chatham, Virginia; her siblings, Jeffrey J. Pannell (Debra) of Hurt, Steve Linwood Pannell (Tonya) of Gretna, Virginia and Martha Melinda Johnson of Gretna, Virginia; her stepsisters, Dale Ballou (James) of Wilmington, Delaware and Jackie Smith (Charles) of Wilmington, Delaware; her uncles, Joseph G. Thompson (Hester) of Gretna, Virginia, Larry Thompson (Sandra) of Gretna, Virginia and David Thompson of Gretna, Virginia; and her aunt Juanita Lovelace. She is also survived by four nephews; two nieces; and a host of cousins and friends.