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Dr. Eldon Glenn Elder

Eldon Elder Obituary

Dr. Eldon Glenn Elder, 92, passed away on November 14, 2011, at Moravian Hall Square, Nazareth, PA. Born: July 10, 1919 in Vandergrift, PA, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Eldon Verne Elder. Personal: He was the husband of Yvonne Gordon Elder, with whom he shared 69 years of marriage. Dr. Elder was a 1943 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Undergraduate School, and the School of Medicine. He practiced medicine in Easton for 26 years. He owned the Betts Hospital where he practiced until he moved to Lehigh Street, and retired in 1993. He was in the U.S. Navy on a destroyer during the second war in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged in 1946 with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Memberships: He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Easton, where he served as an elder and also taught Sunday school. Survivors: his wife, Yvonne Gordon Elder; four sons, Dr. Robert of AZ, James of VA, Scott of MD, and Sean of AK; grandchildren, Robin Elder Puma and Joshua Elder; two great-grandchildren, Nicholas and Reese Puma. He was preceded in death by a son, Eldon Glenn who passed away in 2007. Service: Will be private for family members only. Memorials: contributions may be made to SPCA, or the charity of one s choice.

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Published by The Express Times from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Eldon Elder

17 Entries

christine galvin polak

November 21, 2011

Dr. G. was a true gentleman. A family friend for many years, he was full of life, love, fun, compassion and caring. Whether he was skiing, flying his plane, being my physician or just sitting and talking; he always made you feel special and important. God Bless the Elder family in this time of sorrow.

M. Trapani

November 19, 2011

Bonnie & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Glenn. I still remember him years ago coming over and getting his hair cut. He was always such a wonderful guy. Sincerely, Melinda Trapani

Dorothy Anderson

November 18, 2011

I worked for Dr. Elder at Betts Hospital for many years... he will be missed
my paryers are with the family. Dottie (Abbott) Anderson

David Sciascia

November 18, 2011

I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dr Elder...he was truly one-of-a-kind. Although it might not be an original statement, I called him 'the country doctor' for his common sense approach to illnesses. He was always interested in everything that I was doing at the time, whether it was school, sports or just getting into teenage trouble. Whenever I can, I still speak of him thinking of those days. Rest now Doc E...you've earned it.

November 18, 2011

My thoughts and prayers sent to you , Scott and your entire Family. Carl Wilhelm

November 18, 2011

Scott and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Know that your fathers memory will live on forever. Carol Hegedus

Diane Dunwell-Hoffman

November 18, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Scott is fellow classmate from PHS. Your father will always be as close as your fondest memory of him. Take Care!

LYNN WERNER

November 18, 2011

ALTHOUGH I ONLY KNEW DR. ELDER FOR A SHORT TIME, I ENJOYED TALKING WITH HIM ABOUT HIS YOUNGER DAYS AND HIS PILOTING.HE WAS A TRUE GENTLEMAN WHO HELPED MANY PEOPLE WITH HIS MEDICAL ABILITIES. I WILL REMEMBER HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY. I AM SURE HEAVEN IS A BETTER PLACE WITH DR. ELDER WATCHING OVER US.

Bob Plotts

November 17, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Dr. Elder's passing ..!! Dr. Elder delivered me in 1947 ..!!

November 17, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Dr. elder's passing ..!! Dr. Elder delivered me at Betts Hospital in 1947 ..!!

Bob Plotts

November 17, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Dr. elder's passing ..!! Dr. Elder delivered me at Betts Hospital in 1947 ..!!

Mary Bryant

November 17, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of the death of Dr. Elder. He was my doctor for several years. His smile and compassion will always be remembered. I missed him very much when he retired.

November 17, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Elder. He was my doctor for many years as my mother was one of his first patients in 1948 when he and Dr Palmer took over Betts Hospital.He and Dr Palmer were so compassionate to my family with the passing of my mother. It has been very hard to find another Doctor so caring. He will always be remembered fondly in my mind. The world was a better place with him in it. May he Rest in peace.
Dawn Kindt (Linwood, NJ)

LYNN WERNER

November 17, 2011

I ONLY KNEW DR. ELDER FOR A SHORT TIME. THE TIME I SPENT WITH HIM SHOWED ME WHAT A SPECIAL GENTLEMAN HE WAS. HE LIKED REMINISCING ABOUT HIS YOUNGER DAYS AND HIS PILOTING SKILLS. I WILL REMEMBER HIS BEAUTIFUL SMILE. HE CERTAINLY HELPED MANY PEOPLE WITH HIS MEDICAL TALENTS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY. I AM SURE HEAVEN IS A BETTER PLACE WITH DR. ELDER WATCHING DOWN OVER US.

Merrielee Legath

November 17, 2011

My prayers are with your family for the happy repose of Doctor's soul. He was a good man and a very special doctor, always having time for his patients. I truly missed him as my doctor when he retired and my family had a difficult time finding a doctor they liked and appreciated as they did Doctor Elder.
Merrielee Legath

Kathy Billman-Lobb

November 17, 2011

I have fond memories of Drs. Palmer and Elder at the Bett's Hospital. I was born there, had my appendix out there while in elementary school and lived around the corner on Lehigh St. Dr. Elder was a wonderful, compassionate person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

LYNN WERNER

November 17, 2011

I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF DOC'S PASSING. ALTHOUGH I ONLY HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING HIM FOR A SHORT TIME I FOUND HIM TO BE A TRULY AMAZING GENTLEMAN. HE ENJOYED REMINISCING ABOUT HIS YOUNGER DAYS AND HIS PILOTING SKILLS. HIS KIND WORDS AND BEAUTIFUL SMILE WILL BE THE THINGS I REMEMBER ABOUT HIM ALONG WITH KNOWING HOW MANY PEOPLE HE HELPED IN HIS LIFETIME THROUGH HIS MEDICAL SKILLS. MAY IT COMFORT YOU TO KNOW THERE ARE THOSE WHO CARE AND OFFER THEIR PRAYERS. HEAVEN MUST BE AN EVEN BETTER PLACE WITH DR. ELDER THERE WATCHING OVER US.

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