James "Jim" P. Slater, 56, left this world far too soon on Thursday, August 24th, 2017. Born to the late Margaret (Godfrey) and Bruce Slater in Lancaster, PA. He was previously married to Jennifer Rhoads. Jim spend 9 years in the army as a radio operator and 5 years in Europe. He was a 1978 graduate of Warwick High School. He played football in high school and was involved in wrestling with the Lancaster County Boys Club as well as the Lititz Recreation Center. Jim played centerfield for the Lititz Phillies. Jim is survived by his children: Nick Slater of Ellicott City, MD and Kelly Slater of Neffsville, PA; his grandsons: Vincent and Adrian as well as his siblings: Glenn (Linda) of Corwell, Cathy (Bruce) of Lancaster and Martha (Jay) of Lebanon. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.