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Richard D Elwell

Birth	:	21 May 1934
Death	:	23 Oct 2010
Burial	:	Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia, Houston County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.6278000, -91.4858017
Description	:	BROOKS - Richard D. Elwell, 76, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully Oct. 23, 2010, surrounded by his family at home. A lifelong resident of Brooks, Richard was born there May 21, 1934, the son of Perley and Dorothy (Reynolds) Elwell. Richard started working at the First National store in Brooks, at age 16, working part-time while attending high school. Upon graduation from Morse Memorial High School in 1952, he continued to work full-time at First National stores until taking an assistant manager position at Cottle's Red & White, Belfast. Even as a little fella,... Read More	BROOKS - Richard D. Elwell, 76, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully Oct. 23, 2010, surrounded by his family at home. A lifelong resident of Brooks, Richard was born there May 21, 1934, the son of Perley and Dorothy (Reynolds) Elwell. Richard started working at the First National store in Brooks, at age 16, working part-time while attending high school. Upon graduation from Morse Memorial High School in 1952, he continued to work full-time at First National stores until taking an assistant manager position at Cottle's Red & White, Belfast. Even as a little fella, he always wanted to run a grocery and have his own store. In 1968, Richard and his wife, Ruth, purchased the First National store in Brooks, re-opening it as Richard's Market, which he owned and operated for 18 years until selling in 1986. Richard was an active and proud member of the community, providing support and sponsorship in many areas. He was a charter member of Brooks Booster Club, serving for more than 30 years, with one year as president. He was honored by American Legion with a community service award. He served in the National Guard for eight years, was a Cub Scout leader, selectman and volunteer firefighter. Richard is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ruth (Davis) Elwell; son, Jay and wife, Eloise, of Brooks; daughter, Lucinda and husband, Raymond Bryant, of Monroe; six grandchildren, Monica and husband, Aric Odone, of South Thomaston, Clint Elwell of Brooks, Calvin Elwell of Rockland, Kelsey and husband, Bryan Menard, of Jackson, Ashley Bryant, and Lindsey Bryant of Monroe; four great-grandchildren, Hannah Elwell, Logan and Brenna Odone, and Elias Menard; two sisters, Sharley "Sis" and husband, Brian Steward, of Swanville, and Sandra Ellis of Gallatin, Tenn.; brother-in-law, Roland Ryan of Brooks; sister-in-law, Joyce Davis, of Rockport; several special nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Richard was predeceased by his parents; sister-in-law, Erlane "Dolly" Ryan; and brother-in-law, Erving "Sonny" Davis. A private graveside service will be held at Kinney Cemetery. (Bangor Daily News 10/26/2010)

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Richard D Elwell's memorial is located at: Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia, Houston County, USA.
When did Richard D Elwell death?
Richard D Elwell death on 23 Oct 2010 in
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Latitude: 43.6278000
Longitude: -91.4858017

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Parent

Perley M Elwell Jr.

(1908 - 1978)

Dorothy L Reynolds Elwell

(1913 - 1975)

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