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ELMER CUSTEAD Obituary
ELMER CUSTEAD (Age 84) HMCM, USN (Retired)
On Friday, December 21, 2012, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Lois Custead; father of Steve (Missy), Sally Maiden (Peter), Bill (Robin), Clay (Elaine), Phil (Kristen), Paul (Andrea) and Becky Uhl (Ken); brother of Ruth White. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, December 28, 2012 from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorial Service and Interment at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army, www.salvationarmyusa.orgwww.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Don & Linda Feltner
December 30, 2012
What a man.....always interesting....I enjoyed hearing his stories about the Navy, tours of duty, the discovery of atomic tests via the antarctic snow. From a Geiger counter used outdoors and in the 'mess-hall' --- radiation levels were off the charts from snow-melt from workers boots/thawing snow. I'll miss those conversations!
We have each and every "Custead" on our minds, in our hearts and in our prayers. May God Bless You Each....Keep You In His Comfort...and Bless Your Lives All During The New (2013) Year. Anchors Away, Elmer....as God Receives You Into Glory! We love you ALL....Lois, Kids, Spouses, Grandchildren and all.....Don & Linda
Sarah Wright
December 30, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
As hard as it is not having him here anymore, I hope he has been reunited with family & friends that have gone before him and that you all are filled with the peace you are searching for. We are praying for you all.
With Love,
Sarah, Chris and family
Bob Cook
December 28, 2012
I never knew Elmer Custead but work for his son Bill Custead @ Anchor Construction. I can tell by his son Bill that he was a wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Custead Family.
Bob Cook & Family
Lucho Llontop
December 27, 2012
Mr. Custead, you were like my Dad away from home (Lima-Peru), I enjoyed all our talks especially the political ones and will surely miss you. Happy travels into eternity and I am sure you are hanging out with my Dad up in heaven.
December 27, 2012
i dont believe to have ever met you , but you can see by the outpouring of love from your children , you were a great father !
Paul
December 26, 2012
Dad, We will always miss you and I know you are safe and sound. Let there always piece and solitude in heaven. I'll see you again one day. Love you from your 6th child, Paul, his loving wife Andrea and his four great sons, Tyler, Bryce, Aaron and Kevin.
Phil Custead
December 26, 2012
Dad, enjoy fair winds and following seas. We love you.
Sally Maiden
December 26, 2012
I am happy you are at peace Dad. Enjoy heaven (are there beautiful angels there? and gardens?) Was that you who sent snow on Christmas Eve? I love and miss you.
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