John Slocum
1838–1892 (age 54)
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Biography
John Slocum lived through an era of upheaval and transition, and he met each challenge with a quiet determination that earned him the trust of those around him. Whether through his work, his faith, or his participation in civic life, he sought to leave things better than he found them.
As friends and family recall him, he was a welcome source of encouragement, always ready to lend practical aid or a listening ear, sharing his gifts modestly and without fanfare.