Mr. Benjamin Lee Slusher, 25, of Flat Lick, passed away Monday morning, November 9, 2026 in Harlan County. He was the son of Donald L. Slusher and Jennifer Jordan born September 12, 2001 in Barbourville.
Ben was a truck driver and attended the Beech Springs Holiness Church. Whether he was swimming, riding his four-wheeler, horseback riding or out on the road trucking, Ben found happiness in the simple things of life. He also enjoyed reading his Bible and gaming with his friends on the weekends. Above all, Ben cherished his family and the time he spent with them. He had many interests and hobbies, but nothing compared to the love he had for being a dad. Being a father was his proudest accomplishment and a role he treasured more than anything in this world.
On September 23, 2023, he united in marriage with Monica Butcher and to this union two daughters were born.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald Slusher and Donnie and Brilla Holland.
Survivors include his loving wife, Monica Butcher Slusher of Flat Lick; cherished daughters, Avery Jane and Isabella Michelle Slusher both of Flat Lick; mother, Jennifer Jordan and husband, David, of Flat Lick; father, Donald Slusher of Barbourville; brother, Matthew Colton Slusher and wife, Samantha, of Corbin; grandmother, Carlene Slusher of Hinkle; aunt, Linda Belile and husband, Jamie, of Bimble; uncle, Jamie Holland and wife, Stacy, of Rocky Top, TN; niece and nephew, Mackinlee and Colton Slusher; cousins, Emily Elswick and Jayden Overbay; cousin and best friend, Mason Belile; best friends, Devon and Jacob Butcher; among other loved ones and dear friends who will cherish his memory.
His funeral service will be conducted in the chapel of the Knox Funeral Home Sunday, November 15 at 2 P.M. with Bro. Roy Asher officiating. He will be laid to rest in the Barbourville Cemetery.
Serving as casket bearers will be Mason Belile, Devon Belile, Jamie Holland, Donald Slusher, Danny Daniels and Matt Slusher.
Friends may visit at the funeral home Sunday after 12 Noon until the funeral hour.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Knox Funeral Home.
