Of Guelph, passed away peacefully at Wellington Terrace on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at the age of 90.
Predeceased by his first wife Lillian (1980) and his second wife Dorothy (2014). Loved father of Debbie Billings (David), Mary Lynn Leslie (Steve Moss), Scott Mascola (Karen Hazell) and Todd Mascola (Sarah). Cherished grandfather of twelve grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his extended family and friends.
Jim worked for the City of Guelph Public Works for 29 years. He was the ultimate family man. He enjoyed cars, especially old cars and tractors.
Friends will be received at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph, Thursday, August 11 from 6-9 pm. Funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, August 12, 2022 at 1 pm. Burial Woodlawn Memorial Park, Guelph. Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception Centre.
Memorial contributions to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of James D. (Jim) Leslie in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest.