Donald James Blakeslee of Port Washington passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 90 years. Married to Arlene (Davis) Blakeslee on May 22, 1948. Don was a 60 + year member of the Masonic affiliation which included Knights Templar, Commandry and Council. He retired after 40+ years of dedicated service from Golden Guernsey Dairy. Don was a pilot and avid roller skater in his younger years. He loved music, animals and had a special interest in ancient religions. Don is survived by his Son Scott (Colleen) Blakeslee, Daughter Kari (Kirt Knutsen) Stelzl and Grandson Jacob Stelzl. Don is preceded in death by his wife Arlene, and his grandmother Nora Blakeslee.
A Masonic Service will be held at 5:30 PM on Monday July 8, 2019 at Eernisse Funeral Home (1600 W. Grand Ave., Port Washington, WI 53074). Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4:00 PM until the time of service. Interment will be at Fairfield Cemetery in Baraboo, WI on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Knights Templar Eye Foundation.
A very special thank you to all the staff at Lincoln Village and Heritage in Port, especially to those who enjoyed his music, stories and humor. To the doctor and nursing staff at Aurora Grafton for their kind support. Also special thank you to all that knew him at Culver's,Tello's and Harry's.
The Eernisse Funeral Home of Port Washington is honored to assist the family with arrangements. On-line condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com