SLOETJES: Daniel “Dan” of RR 1 Lucan
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On September 18, 2026 @ 1:11 PM In Lucan, Obituary | 125 Comments
We are sad to share the news of Dan passing away peacefully at home on his farm on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the age of 64. Dan was a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and member of the farming community. Cherished husband of Carol (Cunningham) Sloetjes for 36 years. Proud dad of Katrina and Nick Buckholz, Stephen and Rachel Sloetjes, Joshua Sloetjes and Shianne, Kurtis Sloetjes, and Owen Sloetjes and Julia. Loving Pop of Maverick, Nash, Evelyn, Ellie, Scarlett, and Hudson. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Elizabeth “Elly” and Henry Heinen. Fondly remembered by his four-legged companion Clover. Predeceased by his parents Anthony and Johanna Sloetjes, brother John Sloetjes, sister Edith Sloetjes, and his devoted herdsman and friend Cornelius Van Straalen.
Dan was a hardworking farmer who spent his life working the land, providing for his family, and doing things his own way. He taught his children the value of hard work, perseverance, and never giving up. His hands may have been worn from years of farming, but they were always there to help, fix, build and provide.
A lifelong farmer, farming on his own from the age of 19; Dan was so much more than a farmer – he was a husband, a dad, a grandpa, a brother and an important part of his family. There will be emptiness that can never be filled, but his family will carry his lessons, stories, and memories with them always.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Sunday, September 20th from 1 – 4 PM, where Dan’s funeral service will be held on Monday, September 21st at 11 AM. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
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Donations to Special Olympics Ontario/London would be appreciated by the family.
Condolences for the family of “SLOETJES: Daniel “Dan” of RR 1 Lucan”
To the Sloetjes family
So sorry to hear about Dan. He was a great man. Sending my condolences to the family during this difficult time. Cherish his memories. RIP Dan❤️
To The Sloetjes Family
So sorry to hear about Dan. He was a great man. Sending my condolences to you all during this difficult time. Cherish his memories. RIP Dan.❤️
Carol and family
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Dan, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Blessings,
Maureen Hodgins
Carol, Katrina, Steve, Josh, Kurtis, Owen and families …. We were sorry to hear this news and are thinking of you and your families during this difficult time. He was proud of you all, and always gave us updates whenever we saw him. Hold each other close, keep sharing memories, and continue laughing and telling stories – he wouldn’t want it any other way.
Sorry for your loss. Dan was a great friend and boss over the years learned a lot working with him. Lots of laughs and great memories rip
Wishing you peace at this difficult time.Dan will be missed
Carol and family: We’re so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing. May Father’s peace and love to present with you all now and in the days to come.
Carol and family
So sorry to hear of Dan passing he was always a hard worker
Always keep the good times close to your hearts
Hugs to all
Love the smiths
My first interaction with the Sloetjes was as a driver for the IPM in 1982 and your farm being part of the parking area. Fast forward a couple decades plus and Dan was a valued customer for our spraying services. Please accept my condolences. Hopefully being able to reflect on the life of a good farmer brings you some comfort now and in the time ahead.
I’m so very sorry to you, Carol and to you, Owen and to everyone in your family. I’m sending loving energy and hugs and my sincere condolences ❣️
I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you, your children, grandchildren, and your entire family during this heartbreaking time.
I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you after sharing so much of your life together. I hope the love and memories you’ve built as a family bring you comfort in the days ahead. Thinking of you all and sending you love, strength, and my deepest condolences. ❤️
Dear Carol and Family
I am very sorry to hear about Dan , we are thinking of you and your family
Dan, your life was too short, you are a hard-working farmer, a loving husband and a loving father, you’ll be sadly missed. Your brother-in-law, Kevin.
Carol, Steve & Rachel, and the rest of the Sloetjes family
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. We really enjoyed getting to know Dan and the fun, friendly man that he was. We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Adrian and Elyse Van Roestel
What a beautifully written tribute to Dan. Our family is deeply sorry for this sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with every one of you.
John and Melissa Van Roestel and family.
Sorry for your loss
Dear Carol and Family, My heart goes out to you and all your Family at this difficult time. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. May all your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort.
Most sincerely,
Love,
Linda Buckholz
Carol and family so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing.
Carol & Family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Find peace in sharing memories of him together and strength in the family bond you all have because of his guidance and love.
Carol and family.
At this time of sorrow may it help to know that family and friends share in your grief. May your fond memories of Dan carry you through the days ahead.
Dear Carol and family,
So very sad to hear of Dan passing so suddenly. He was a great teacher as well, when Ted worked for him in high school. He learned about caring for cattle from the best ! So sorry for your loss.
Carol and family
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing . In years past we both grew up as dairy farmers . Nothing like farming to teach perseverance to our children. May the Lord comfort your family and bring many memories of good family times to mind . With sympathy- Bev and Barb
I am so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
God bless you all and give you comfort that he is in good hands with the Lord
Carol and family , We send our sincere condolences to you and your family with the passing of Dan. Always a friendly wave and a chat. Way to soon. Wayne and Judy Darroch , Lucan
Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all as you navigate through this difficult time
Carol and Family Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless 🙏🙏
Definitely won’t be the same without dan coming out to check on things.
Carol and family
We are thinking of you all. Though heartache is great, so is the lifetime of memories and love. May your journey bring you to a place where these overcome the heartache and you look and speak of Dan as the peaceful soul that he was.
With deepest sympathy for loss of Dan. Thinking of you and your whole family and sending you all our love at this incredibly difficult time.
Carol and family I am very sorry to read about Dan. Certainly gone way too young. I am thinking about you and your family during this sad time.
I am so sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers go out to the Sloetjes family.
So sorry for your loss
My deepest sympathy and prayers to all the family
Dear Carol and family. I am so sorry for the loss , my thoughts and prayers for you all in this sensitive time and days after. I have many fond memories of us each as parents with a young family and some shared times of joy/ challenges too of our children growing up. God bless for Dan’s peace and the gifts he gave of his wisdom, hard work, humour and solidarity.
Carol and Owen and the rest of the family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father.
George Dauncey
Dear Owen, Julia and all of your family,
Our most sincere condolences on the loss of your Father. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences to your families 💐
Carol and Family
I am so sorry to hear about another wonderful person being taken from us to soon. Keep the happy memories close.
Carol and Family
We are very saddened to read of Dan’s passing. He will always be with you all in your hearts. You will feel him close with each farming season to come. We will hold you in our thoughts through this difficult time.
My deepest condolences Carol to you and your family
So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing Our Deepest condolences
Carol, Steve, Rachel & The Sloetjes Family,
Thoughts & prayers are with you durning this sad time.
Treasure all those wonderful memories,
Carol and family, so sorry to hear of Dan’s sudden passing. Thinking of you and the children at this sad time.
Deepest condolences, Joan Cunningham, Kim Tracey and Jill.
Sorry beyond words to hear of Dan’s passing. He was a very admirable husband and father may the Creator be with him
My deepest sympathy to Carol, Stephen, Rachel and families at the passing of Dan. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Carol, Katrina, Steve, Josh, Kurtis, Owen and families,
Our deepest sympathy to each and every one of you at this sad, sad time. May all the kind words bring you comfort. Your husband, father and grandfather will certainly be missed.
Jim and Helen
Carol, Kurtis and family, we are saddened to hear of Dan’s passing, a dear husband and father.
Sending our prayers and sympathy at this difficult time
Carol and family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Losing someone we love is so very hard. May God be your refuge and comfort in these days. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol and Family,
So sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to the family.
Dear Carol and family. Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Dan. He was an incredible man and best friend to Frank. Please accept our deepest condolence. Our thoughts are with you.
Frank and Maureen Quinn
Sloetjes family, this is heartbreaking news to hear.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Pat & Xandra
Our hearts are saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. May the Lord comfort you and your family and hold you close in His loving arms always and fill you with his peace.
To all family and friends,
Please accept my deepest sympathies to you all at this sad time.
Kelly
Carol and family,
Sorry to hear this sad news, Dans presence will be missed in the community! He was such a good husband and Father and would have been such a warm caring grandpa to the many grandchildren!
Enjoy all the memories and share the stories of Dans life.
Our sincere condolences to you all.
So sorry for your loss Carol and family. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Take comfort with family and friends.
Carol and family,
So shocked and sad to hear of Dan’s passing. The strong caring family that Dan lived in will be there for you as you face each day going forward. He would want you to continue with caring for each other.
Thinking of you all.
Carol & Family so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing my deepest condolences.
Sorry to hear the loss of your Dad, Father in law To Steve and Rachel
From Dan and I
Carol and family please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers during this sad time.
Carol and family ,
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. May you find comfort in your memories. Thinking of you during this very difficult time.
Janet and Hank Arnold
Josh & Shianne Our sincere condolences at this difficult time Try to remember all the happy times
Carol, Kurtis and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Dan’s passing. Sending my deepest Sympathy and Prayers at this very difficult time.
Dear Carol, We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Dan , he was a great guy and will be missed by family and friends ..Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family at this very sad time ..May God give all of you peace & comfort as only He can do ..Our deepest sympathy to all of you !
F Y I ..We moved from London and are living in Oakville near my siblings ..
Carol and family, we were saddened to learn of Dan’s passing. May you know the Lord’s comforting presence and strength. Sending our sincere condolences.
Carol, Katrina, Steve, Josh, Kurtis, Owen and families,
Sending love and prayers during this difficult time. We will miss Dan so much, he was a wonderful friend and neighbour.
Jason, Andrea, Grace and Ben Feddema
Carol and family, sorry for your loss. Be strong . cherish the memories.
Evelyne Rollings.
Carol and Family
My sincere sympathy to you all at this sad time .Cherish your memories, Thinking of you.
Margaret Watt
Carol and family,
Dan was my best friend since grade 1. I learned everything I know about farming from Dan. Springwell Farms made me a better person. I’ll miss our conversations and fun times. Harv
My deepest sympathy to Dan’s family and friends my thoughts and prayers are with you
Carol and family: Sending my thoughts of deepest sympathy to all of you.
Carol
My condolences to you and your family. Dan was a hard working man who enjoyed life to the fullest, gone but not forgotten
Allemaal gecondoleerd met het verlies van Dany. Je man jullie vader en schoonvader en ook jullie Opa. Zal mijn neef missen we hadden regelmatig telefonisch contact.
Gr Wim en Ria Sloetjes
Dear Carol and Family,
Our deepest sympathies with the loss of Dan. Our son enjoyed his visits to the farm with his dad and uncle Frank. We hope the pain of your loss subsides with time.
Sincerely,
Chris, Maureen Mouritzen & family
Dearest Sloetjes family.
Deepest condolences to you all. Dan’s friendship was very special to me. Our chapters of great times together are unparalleled. Dan’s laughter will forever resonate. He had heavenly faith. A kind, generous family man.
We will very much miss him.
Dear Carol and family, we are so sorry to hear of Dans passing. He was a kind, wonderful man. Gone to early. May your special good memories of him help you through this tough time until you meet again.
Bill and Marilyn Hack
Dear Carol and family,
Our hearts go out to you in this time of loss. May the Lord God keep you and carry you through these days of loss. We pray that the Lord will fill your minds with many wonderful memories that you have of times together.
Larry and Angela Jones
Sending our deepest sympathy to the Sloetjes family at this time.
Sincerely,
Mike and Diane O’Shea
Dear Carol and family
We are very sorry to hear about Dan ‘s passing.
We send you our sincere condolences and sympathy..
God bless you and all your family.
Sue and Eric Gerber
Carol and family,
My sincere condolences on your loss.
May you each find strength in your family and friends, remembering all the wonderful stories and memories.
Linda Salts
Carol and family we are so sorry for your loss. You have our prayers.
To the Sloetjes Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. We are thinking of you and know not much can bring comfort right now. We are sending lots of love and hugs to our fabulous neighbours and know we are just a holler away if you need anything.
Dear Carol, Kurtis, and family, so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing. Thinking of you as you navigate this loss and the path ahead, and wishing you comfort and peace.
Kelly, Diane and Ben from your Special Olympics powerlifting family
Dear Carol and family,
Sending our sincere condolences at this very difficult time. Dan was a great neighbour and friend and will be sadly remembered and missed on the Coursey Line.
Dear Owen and Family:
Thinking of you and sending heartfelt condolences. Peace be with you.
I’m Soo sorry to hear this Dan was a great man, I loved working for him in the summers rock picking. My Condolences Carol an Katrina and rest of the family
Dear Carol and Family,
Our sincere condolences are extended to you Carol and your family. Keep the many memories of your Dan close to your heart.
Sheila, Lori, Debbie, Jamie
Sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Dan will be greatly missed.
Carol and family
i am saddened by the news of Dans passing , Always a smile and wave when on the road , was fortunate to see him at wheat harvest and catch up . Even with his mobility issues the boys managed to get him up in the combine which im sure made his day :) Gone far to soon he was a man outstanding in his field !
Beste Familie,
Gecondoleerd met het verlies van je man, jullie vader, schoonvader en opa.
We wensen jullie veel sterkte in deze moeilijke tijd.
Lieve groet, Willie en Willy Roerdink-Sloetjes (zus van Wim)
Hallo Carol en familie.
Gecondoleerd met het verlies van je man en jullie vader en opa Dany.
We hebben mooie herinneringen aan Dany’s jonge jaren en zijn ouders als ze in Holland waren.
Sterkte gewenst door:
Elly en Gerlof Wijnholds-Sloetjes
Johnny en Judith Sloetjes
To Carol and family
We were so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Carol and Family
Deepest sympathy to all of you. May all your fond memories give you strength these difficult days.
John Riddell and Family
Carol and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Dan. Sending you all our deepest condolences. He will be missed!
Scott and Michelle
Sorry for your loss Carol and Family 🙏
Carol and family.
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Dan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Carol and family . My condolences . My heart hurts for you and the family . Dan will be missed as he was a wonderful human being. Prayers and may he rest in peace .
Carol, Curtis and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Dan’s passing. Praying for your comfort and peace.
My deepest condolences to Stephen, Carol and family ! Always a smile on coursey line he had on.
Warm regards,
Maggie Cornish
Dan will be missed. Love to your family.
Carol and family,
Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time, Danny was certainly a hard worker and loved his family and community, another long time school mate gone too soon
Dianne and Frank Dietrich
Carol, Kurtis, Josh and family,
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in our thoughts.
Take care,
Jaimie & Jayne (The Kirkton Veterinary Clinic)
Carol & David Filson
Sorry to hear about Dan. Thinking of you and your family at this time.
Carol and family. My deepest condolences on the passing of husband, father and grandfather. May you draw strength from each other at this most difficult time. In my thoughts and Prayers .
Carol and family, please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of Dan. So very sorry to read this ..sending comforting hugs to all of you.
Carol and Family,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending you my condolences and prayers.
Sadie Damen
Carol and family, we are very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Carol and Family
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Wayne, Julie
Dylan, Emily
To the Sloetjes Family
Sorry to hear of Dan’s passing
Cherish the memories
So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Taken much too soon! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Although everyone’s heart is broken, cherish the memories as they will help ease that pain over time.
Carol and family,
Thinking of you and your family as you go through this difficult time.
May you find comfort in your memories and in each other.
Dennis and Cindy White
Sloetjes Family, very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Dan was a great man, friend, and father. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Tim, Jackie ,Chris Ryan
Such a wonderful tribute to him, he truly was the salt of the earth. No matter when I seen him or how many years in between it was like yesterday riding the bus to Biddulph school. He had a love for life which you will be able to carry that memory always. Thinks of you at this time. Penny (Hodgins) and Darrell McComb
Steve, Rachel and family
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Thinking of you and your family.
Aunt Marion and Uncle Shawn Jeffery
So very sorry for your loss. Dan was a great friend while I were growing up – always there if I needed him, easy going , with a heart of gold.
Thinking of all of you.
John and Susan Leckie
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. May all the good memories give you comfort at this difficult time. Sending hugs
A father and grandfather lost too soon. My condolences.
We’re so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Cherish your memories.
Jess Davis, Randy Bloetjes, and Diane Young
Our condolences to the family for your loss.
Carol, we are so very sorry for your loss. Much love and prayers, Pete & Karen and family.
Carol and family
We are so sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. Our hearts go out to all of you.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Dan.
My apologies for late condolences.
So sorry to hear of Dan’s passing Carol. Although I only met him a couple times, he was very kind.
Rest in Peace Dan.
My deepest condolences to your family. I remember having a field trip to his farm and riding atvs in his bush and going to school with Steven and Josh.
I only heard of Dan’s passing tonight. I have fond memories of our friendship so long ago. Dan was quite the character, fun, smart and knowledgeable. Those eyes missed nothing. I am saddened by this news and I know the loss to your family is immense. Deepest condolences. Via con Dios Dan.
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My sincere condolences to Carol and the family.