On September 2, 2026, Eleslie Swain was taken from his family in a heartbreaking act of violence. Eleslie was a devoted husband and father, and the sole provider for his family of five. He leaves behind his wife and their four children, who are now facing unimaginable grief while also trying to navigate the very real financial burden that comes with losing the person who supported their home. Eleslie’s wife had been a stay-at-home mother, caring for their children while Eleslie worked to provide for the family, and now she is being asked to carry so much in the middle of this devastating loss. Please note: due to safety reasons, not all of the children are pictured.

This fundraiser is to help Eleslie’s wife and children with funeral expenses, day-to-day living costs, and continued support for the children while the family works toward a more stable financial situation. These needs will not end after the service, and steady help can make a real difference as bills, household expenses, and the costs of caring for four children continue in the weeks and months ahead. Please consider helping in whatever way you can. Recurring donations can provide dependable support for ongoing living expenses and care for the children, and one-time gifts are also deeply appreciated to help the family through this painful time. Most of all, thank you for standing with Eleslie’s wife and four children when they need community the most.