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Edna Elder Obituary
Funeral service for Edna Irene Elder, 85, Linwood, will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, October 6, 2014 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Mt. Sidney Cemetery in Linwood. She died September 30, 2014 at her home.
She was born on January 3, 1929 in Linwood, KS, the daughter of George and Pearl (Hubbard) Henik.
She was a long-time member of Linwood United Methodist Church and served many years as a Sunday School teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, Board Chairperson, and youth sponsor. She belonged to the Linwood Extension Homemakers Unit, and served on the Leavenworth County Extension Council. Edna loved working with youth and helped organize the Lucky Clover 4-H Club, and was the 'lady on the microphone' at the Leavenworth County Fair for 31 years. She enjoyed many years of working local elections.
Edna loved to learn. She attended Kansas University for 2 years and was a teacher of all 8 grades in Pleasant Valley School, a one-room schoolhouse. She was also a substitute teacher in Linwood and Basehor schools and worked several years at the Linwood Post Office.
In addition to all Edna did in the community, her life was consumed with her love for and commitment to her family.
Edna married Jimmy "Jim" R. Elder on June 9, 1951 in Lawrence, KS, and was his farming partner during their 63 year marriage. He survives of the home.
Other survivors include son, LeRoy (Joyce) Elder, Linwood; daughter, Sandra "Sandy" (Ron) Hill, Topeka; sister, Lola Mae Torneden, rural Linwood; brother, Fred Henik, Shawnee; six grandchildren, Michael (Jennifer), Crystal (Michael), Kevin (Sara), Jessica, Brendan (Liza), Allison, and 10 great grandchildren, all whom she adored. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruby Guenther and brother, Frank Henak.
The family will greet friends from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 5, 2014 at the Mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Linwood United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
Online contributions may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com
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RR Wilson
October 8, 2014
Ms Elder touched many lives. I am now a 4-H volunteer in TX. She taught us all to Make the BEST Better.
Dave Hicks
October 7, 2014
I'm terribly saddened at the news of Edna's death. I got to know her and Jimmy by working a couple elections in LVCO. She was a professional at the polling place, and a joy to be around. God bless her and her family in their sorrow.
Marvin & Alma Dove
October 5, 2014
To the Elder Family:
We were saddened to hear of Edna's sudden death. We truly appreciated all the helpful acts that she and all of your family have done for the Linwood community and LV County.
Scott Davidson
October 5, 2014
I was so saddened to hear about Edna. She was among the special people who helped mold me as a young person and I carry her legacy with me to this day. Sunday school teacher, 4-H leader, and kindred farm neighbor - I am a far better person for having known her. God bless your family and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 5, 2014
What a wonderful lady. She will be greatly missed.
Rich & Connie Bryan
Susan Carden
October 4, 2014
Edna was such a wonderful lady and a great example to everyone. I have fond memories of going to church circle with her at the Linwood United Methodist Church many years ago. She will be greatly missed.
Greg & Ginger Aronhalt
October 3, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Edna and your whole family were such great friends and neighbors to us. We will always be appreciative for the blessing to have known Edna.
Lacey Kitsmiller
October 3, 2014
The Kitsmiller Family is here for you guys if you need anything. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Im sure she was a great woman
Kerry Chaffin
October 3, 2014
Jim, LeRoy and Sandra,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I will always remember Edna running the kitchen for various events at the church. Her joy at serving others was always evident.
Kerry (Jones) Chaffin
Gail
October 3, 2014
My condolences to the family. John 11:35
Lianne Abare/Ray Zimmerli
October 3, 2014
We are deeply saddened by your loss. She was a wonderful woman. She will be deeply missed by all. I know she left this earth way to early she had so much more to do but it must have been the Lord's will.
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