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Robert Elder Obituary
He was the son of Robert and Hattie Elder of Linwood, Kansas. Born and raised in Linwood, he married Wilma Jamison in 1950 and was married for 67 years. He worked for Sutherland Lumber Company in Kansas City and then moved to Flagstaff Arizona to begin his home building career. After 4 years there, he moved back to Lawrence and incorporated his business as Western Home Builders.
He is survived by Wilma and his six children, Greg Elder (Sue) of Newton, KS, Terry Elder (Annette) of McPherson, KS, Mona Polom (Dennis) of Phoenix, AZ, Jeff Elder (Joan) of Lawrence, KS, Brad Elder (Melanie) of Quinter, KS and Randy Elder (Patricia) of Phoenix, AZ; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and brother, Jim Elder, Linwood, KS. He was preceded in death by his twin sister, Roberta Johnson.
After retiring from the building industry, Robert enjoyed growing hydroponic tomatoes at the Elder Greenhouse in Linwood and running a farrow to finish hog operation in south central Kansas.
The family will greet friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at the mortuary.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Hospice and Homecare of Reno County and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Kathy Eisman
January 11, 2017
So sorry to hear about Bob. He used to come visit when I worked at Stouts in Linwood. Great guy. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Jay Jameson
January 10, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David Hallenbeck
January 10, 2017
Dear Wilma and family, thoughts and prayers from Ohio for all of you. The Elder family and the Hallenbeck family have a long history. Be ye blessed.
Annette Graves
January 8, 2017
Robert was a wonderful former father in law. I so enjoyed his political views and world economic theories. His passion was farming. He was a man before his time and farmed traditionally and hydroponically. He was also a builder and developed several areas of Lawrence Kansas in the 70's and 80's. He will be missed.
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