With the love of his life by his side, Don Slumskie passed away peacefully in his 87th year at the farm on the 10th of Elderslie. Beloved husband of Jesse Elizabeth “Beth” Slumskie (Currie). Dear father of Ted (Sally) and Jeff (predeceased – 1975). Proud grandfather of Kelsey (Andrew) and Cody (Dayna). Proud great-grandfather of Jake, Mya, and Brooks. Fondly remembered by his brothers Bob (Marnie), John, sister Eleanor Currie (Ken – 2018), and sister-in-law Mary Ann McGhie (Rod). Don will be missed by his many caring cousins, friends, and neighbours.

Don was born on the family farm near Dobbinton to Harvey and Thelma (Foote) Slumskie. Don and Beth were married in 1959 and together they farmed for nearly 65 years. They were husband and wife, business partners, and best friends. As much as he loved farming, family was always most important to Don, followed closely by spending time with friends.

Don was a character and certainly a force to be reckoned with! Whether it was playing fastball, curling, fishing, playing cards, slugging bales, or splitting wood – he would never be out-run or out-done. He was a “glass half full” guy even in the face of extreme adversity.

Don’s family would like to thank the ALS team at London Health Sciences, as well as the PSWs and others who provided support to Beth.

A memorial service honouring Don’s life will be held at Rhody Family Funeral Home, Chesley on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 1 p.m. A reception and celebration of Don’s life will follow from 2 – 4 p.m. Spring inurnment in Chesley Cemetery.

Memorial donations to ALS Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by Don’s family as expressions of sympathy.