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Wilma Elder Obituary
Wilma was a life-long member of First United Methodist Church, Lawrence. She was involved in numerous clubs and activities including PEO Chapter FZ, Douglas County EHU and bridge club.
Wilma loved her family, her siblings and her many nieces and nephews. She is survived by her 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. She has seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, one sister, and two brothers.
A visitation will be held from 2 – 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Private family graveside services will be held on Monday, November 30, 2020 at Mt Sidney Cemetery in Linwood, KS.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Wilma's name to Barrow Neurological Foundation at www.supportbarrow.org or First United Methodist Church endowment fund at https://www.fumclawrence.org/giving/endowment-fund and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
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Sue Carpenter
December 9, 2020
Wilma was my mentor and friend. She was kind, caring, dedicated and always willing to help others. Wilma was an inspiration not only to her students but all who knew her. Wilma had a special place in my heart the first time I met her and I will hold her there forever.
Vicki Lysen
December 1, 2020
This most lovely woman changed my life - again and again - over many, many years! Wilma was the most genuine, kindest person I have ever known. Her heart was huge! Wilma always gave so much of herself - and she certainly did to me. She had such a positive impact on so many people's lives. I took my first fitness class from Wilma in 1984. We quickly became friends. She encouraged me to also become a certified fitness instructor. She was the best mentor. Fitness education became my career until I retired last year. Thank you, Wilma, for everything, from the bottom of my heart. I love you. Vicki
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Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044
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