Danny Elder

1949 - 2016

BORN

1949

DIED

2016

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Danny Elder Obituary

Danny Elder

Danny Elder, age 66, at rest suddenly at his home in Lemont, where he was a longtime resident. Proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam.

Born July 1, 1949, in Sterling, Il. to Alva and Reabart (nee Dively) Elder.

Beloved husband of Nina nee Dougherty; loving father of Jennifer (Eric) Klemme and Scott Elder; devoted grandfather of Jacob and Colin; dearest brother of Eugene (Phyllis), Jeanene (the late John) Lener, Michael (Lisa), Carmen (Levi) Elder and Harry Ellsworth; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his brothers, Randy, David, Stevie and his parents.

Funeral Services were held Tuesday June 28 at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Pastor Michael Gudgel, officiating. Interment Mt. Vernon Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Info 630-257-2123 or www.gerharzfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church 305 Lemont St., Lemont Il. 60439.

Published by Suburban Life Publications on Jul. 1, 2016.
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27

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services

501 State Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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28

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St. Matthew Lutheran Church

Lemont, IL

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501 State Street, Lemont, IL 60439

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