Ella Mae Slaten (Benge)

Ella Mae Slaten (Benge), 89 yrs. of Lambertville, Mi, died Saturday July 13, 2024, in Hampton Manor, Lambertville, MI, under the care of Heartland Hospice. Cremation has occurred and due to Ella’s wishes, there will be no services.

Born February 4, 1935, in Tinsley, KY. Ella was the daughter of Grover and Sarah (Goodin) Benge. She married George Slaten in April 1952, in Detroit, MI. Ella worked for Chrysler Assembly Engine Plant in Trenton, MI. She loved to read, play cards, BINGO and decorate her home.

Survivors include children, Barbara (Mark) Vergiels, Derrick Slaten; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, George Slaten and siblings, Arnold Benge, Lige Benge, Cybil Benge, Helen Williams, Dora Meyers, Susie Golden and Eula Goodin.

Memorial contributions can be made to: Heartland Hospice.