Jacqueline Farra Slauch, 97, a life-long resident of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at the Jenners Pond Assisted Living Facility in West Grove, PA. She shared 66 years of marriage with her late husband, Leon T. Slauch. Born in Oxford, she was the daughter of the late John R. and Genevieve McClurg Farra. Jacqueline graduated “best all-around student” from Oxford High School in 1943. She attended West Chester State Teachers College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education in 1948. She went on to earn a master’s degree from West Chester State College and Temple University. Jacqueline taught music for 2 years at the Atlantic City School District and retired from the Kennett Square School District as a music teacher after 22 years of service. Jacqueline was the longest serving member of the Oxford Presbyterian Church and was the Director of Music for 47 years. She was also a charter member of the Oxford Research Club and was a member of the Presbyterian Women’s Association and the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association.
She is survived by her four sons, Peter Slauch (Connie) of Oxford, John Slauch (Sandy) of Quarryville, Walter Slauch (Pamela) of Trappe, and James Slauch (Sandie) of Champagne, IL. Jacqueline is also survived by ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jacqueline’s memory may be made to the Oxford Presbyterian Church, 6 Pine St., Oxford, PA 19363. Comments are closed.
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