Ernest Giddens “Pete” Sloan, 76, retired Petroleum Geologist for the United States Dept. of Interior, and resident of Columbia, died Friday, March 6, 2026 at his residence.
A memorial service will be conducted Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church with The Reverend Chris Bowhay officiating.
The family suggests memorials may be made to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 311 W. 7th Street in Columbia, TN 38401. Online condolences may be extended at www.oakesandnichols.com.
Born February 4, 1950 in Columbia, TN, he was the son of the late Allen Dorris Sloan Jr. and the late Mary Susan Giddens Sloan. Pete married the love of his life, Katherine Ann Hennessey, who preceded him in death in 2001. He was a member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church.
He is survived by his daughter, S. Amanda Sloan of Columbia, TN; son, W. Ashton Sloan (David Wright) of New Orleans, LA; and brother, Dr. Allen Dorris (Krickette) Sloan, III of Tuscan, AZ.