Charles P. Slaughter, Age: 73

Aug 09, 1952---Aug 28, 2025

Charles P. Slaughter, 73, of Olathe, KS, passed away at his home Thursday, August 28, 2025. A rosary will be prayed at 4:00 PM, followed by visitation until 6:00 PM, Thursday, September 4th at Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia St., Lenexa, KS. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM Friday, September 5, at The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 5501 Monticello, Shawnee, KS. Burial to follow at Holy Angels Cemetery, Basehor, KS. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

Charlie was born August 9, 1952, in Kansas City, KS to Charles J. and Dorothy (Emanuelson) Slaughter. He attended Blessed Sacrament Elementary School and West Junior High; graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1970. He attended Kansas City Kansas Community College. Charlie began his career at Commercial National Bank in 1971, then Bankline from 1995-1999 before starting his own business, Custom Software and Services, which he operated until his passing.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Frank Slaughter. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lu Ellen (Innis) Slaughter, two children Renee (Dan) Gier, of Shawnee, KS, and John (Andrea) Slaughter, of Basehor, KS. His two greatest joys are his grandchildren, grandson Owen and granddaughter Braylee. He is also survived by his brother Mike Slaughter, sister Mary McGinnis and many other extended family and friends.

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Kellie Jones Aug 29, 2025

Worked together ,Kansas City ,Kansas

I meet Charlie when I was in banking! He was such a warm caring funny man! He will be missed!

Ken Aug 29, 2025

Friend, travel companion and chemo buddy ,OLATHE ,Kansas

For all of us that had the pleasure to know and love him, he and his humor will be forever missed. You are one of a kind and we love you dearly. God be with you.

Ken Aug 29, 2025

Friend, travel companion and chemo buddy ,OLATHE ,Kansas

For all of us that had the pleasure to know and love him, he and his humor will be forever missed. You are one of a kind and we love you dearly. God be with you.

Dino, Heather, and Kids Aug 29, 2025

Honorary Family ,Smithville ,Missouri

Charlie will greatly be missed by our whole family. What we love the most is that when we think about memories with Charlie you can't help but smile because he always had a joke or a funny story! The kids thought the world of him and will miss his "nerd" gifts! No words can heal this heart ache but sending love and prayers to LuEllen and the family! Charlie is loved very much!

Susan Aug 30, 2025

Friend ,Platte City ,Missouri

Larry and I were so very sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He was such a joy to be around. You knew you would have a day/evening full of laughter. Proud to call you a friend. We loved you very much! Wish we could have spent more time with you. RIP Charlie

Mary Aug 31, 2025

Sister ,Kansas

I was so blessed to have such a kind, and caring brother. His family was his priority. He was so funny and could just light up a room with his humor! I will always be so grateful for all the memories of birthdays and family holidays that Charlie made so special! You will be so missed Charlie!

Erin Sep 01, 2025

I was absolutely heartbroken to read this. I have such wonderful memories of him. He never missed an opportunity to give me a good- natured hard time or share a laugh. We had ongoing jokes about decorating for Colombus Day and his "fancy jeans". He had the best impish little giggle. He always made me smile, even still as I write this. To LuEllen, John, and especially Renee, I'm so so sorry for your loss. Try your best to wrap yourself in the warmth of all your memories but remember there's no "right" way to grieve. Feel what you feel for as long as you feel it. What a light he was in the world and I am thankful and lucky you shared him with me just a little bit, for a short time. I've gone on for too long. I can feel him telling me to "wrap it up already, kiddi!" I am holding you all in my thoughts and heart as you say goodbye to a dear, dear men.

Damon DeHoff Sep 01, 2025

Friend ,Lees summit ,Missouri

I’m so sorry for your loss. Charlie was such a wonderful person—always smiling, always laughing, and always so kind to my family. I’m grateful that we had the chance to know him, even if only for a short time. Both Charlie and Lu Ellen have been such a blessing to us, in ways words can hardly express.

Ted Kahn Sep 02, 2025

Friend and client ,steamboat spgs ,Colorado

Charlie was a ray of light. He was a a joy to talk to and a joy to work with. Not only could he fix anything, he did it while making us laugh---we always went away with a smile. Our memory of Charlie is a blessing. Ted

Kassie Sep 02, 2025

Co-Worker ,Kansas City ,Missouri

I only had the pleasure of working with Charlie for about 3 years, but he was always so fun and uplifting when he was around. His sense of humor was through the roof! My thoughts are with LuEllen and family during this difficult time.

Ted and Paula Fedor Sep 02, 2025

Friends ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Charlie was wonderful. kind,and funny . Can't remember ever spending time with him and not laughing. He was always interested in his family and friends and the events in their lives. We were so honored to have him as our best man at our wedding and LuEllen as Maid of Honor. Beyond happy that they were able to spend the time with us on our special day. Many great memories of spending time with him. We miss him.

Dean Foster Sep 02, 2025

Friend ,TOPEKA ,Kansas

I loved working with Charlie at Bankline in the 90's. Many fond memories. His smile and laugh will always come to mind when I think of him. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to Lu Ellen and the rest of the family.