Lee Slocum, 87, of Ontario, NY, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on May 26, 1939, in Rochester, NY, Lee was the son of Carleton and Hazel Slocum. He gained recognition for his athletic skills during his years at Wayne Central High School and proudly served in the United States Navy. Throughout his life, Lee contributed to his community in various ways-working with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, volunteering with the Ontario Fire Department, and being an active member of the American Legion. He was especially known for his successful career in construction and as a tractor trailer operator.
Lee is survived by his loving partner of 35 years, Doris Day; his children Benjamin Slocum and family, Laurie Slocum and family, Suzanne Perkins and family, Linda Burkhart and family, Bruce Slocum and family, Jim Day and family, and Scott Day and family; along with 17 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild; siblings Carol Boughton and Bill Slocum.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00 p. m. to 7:00 p. m. at Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapel located at 1961 Ridge Road in Ontario, NY. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00 p. m. at Living Word Assembly of God at 2344 Ridge Road in Ontario followed by a private cemetery service for the family. A celebration of life will follow immediately after the church service at Meyers-Ingram Legion Post 428 located at 6180 Knickerbocker Road in Ontario.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to The Pines of Peace at 2378 Ridge Rd., Ontario NY 14519 or to the Ontario Volunteer Ambulance located at 6132 Furnace Rd., Ontario NY 14519. To share a special memory or express condolences please visit Lee’s guestbook at www. murphyfuneralservices. com.
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