Jeffrey Lloyd Sloan II

Jeffrey Lloyd Sloan II

Jeffrey L. Sloan II, affectionately known by his family as “lil Jeff”, was born on Friday, May 5th, 1972 in Portland, OR to Marilyn Sloan and the late Jeffrey L. Sloan I, the first of three children. 

Lil Jeff’s passions included writing, fishing, and creating singing videos that were hilarious. But the passion he was widely known for was his cooking. His favorite food to cook was BBQ for family and friends. He was a creative genius in blending seasonings and spices to create a BBQ rub. He’d marinate the meat, and once the meat was cooked anyone around was in for a mouthwatering treat. 

Lil Jeff enjoyed a special bond with his late grandmother, Vergie Sloan; and with his mother, Marilyn Sloan whom he called everyday until the day before his passing. He deeply cared about his children, family and friends and enjoyed talking with them to discuss and learn about their life experiences. Lil Jeff held various jobs, the most recent was security services.

On Saturday, February 8, 2025, Lil Jeff departed this life. He is preceded in death by his father, Jeffrey L. Sloan I, grandparents Charles I. Sloan, Sr. and Vergie L. Sloan; sister, Lakisha Evette Sloan, aunt Helen Elizabeth Ann Sloan; uncle, Charles I. Sloan, Jr.; wife, Linda Kay Taylor Sloan. 

Left to honor Lil Jeff, cherish his memory and remember his life are his sons, Demetrius Burkhardt, Markel Burkhardt (Alexandria), Elijah Burkhardt (Natalia), Javon Taye Araujo; grandchildren, Alexander Burkhardt, Amiayah Burkhardt; mother, Marilyn Sloan; sisters, Anika Sloan, Cecily Huchin; former wife, Ali Williams; former girlfriend Felecia Araujo; aunt Chantay Reid (Elwood); niece, J’Reyanna Sweet; nephew, Langston Harris; great-niece, Jiya Sweet; first cousin, T. Kerry Smith (Lisa). He will also be greatly missed by a host of family and friends.