Honorable Founder Of Iota Phi Theta, John D. Slade Receives Interment At Arlington National Cemetery

Saying that the interment will take place on Thursday, May 2, 2019, the official Instagram account for Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. announced that Lt. Col. John D. Slade will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. ”Those attending the burial should arrive at 8:15 AM (eastern) in front of the Administration Building,” the fraternity says. The fraternity is still mourning the death of Slade but celebrates his life and legacy, too. ”The preferred fraternal attire for the interment of Slade is black suit, black tie, white shirt, black shoes, and yellow rose.” The fraternity went on to mention that those who are veterans or active members of the United States Armed Services may wear their ceremonial uniforms.