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1929
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Arthur Elder Obituary
Arthur James Elder age 91 was born in Taney County, MO on February 3, 1929 and departed this life on April 13, 2020.
Arthur was a lifelong resident of the Reeds Spring area. He was a member of the Laborers’ Union of Springfield and worked as a heavy construction worker on road crews.
He was a member of the NRA and the Trappers Association. With a love of the outdoors he was a “legend” as an avid hunter and trapper. Arthur loved to mentor and teach the younger generation all about hunting and trapping, encouraging them to keep up these traditions.
Arthur and his wife, Truda loved Bluegrass music and years ago would often load up and meet friends at Bluegrass Festivals.
When not out in the woods he could often be found at Dinky’s Diner drinking coffee and swapping stories.
Arthur is preceded in death by his parents, William “Bill” Elder and Pearl (Brown) Little; one son, Howard Ray Elder; one grandson, Richard Preston Elder; one granddaughter, Melissa Sheridan; five brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Truda Reva (Tennison) Elder; two sons, Randy Joe Elder and wife, Norma and Dwight James Elder and wife, Marsha, both couples of Reeds Springs, MO; one sister, Norma Phillips of Scappose, OR; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and 9 great great grandchildren.
Arthur (aka Pops) to those closest to him leaves behind a host of beloved nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Graveside service for Arthur will be held Saturday, April 18, 2020 at the Eisenhour Cemetery Spokane, MO at 2:00 p.m. with Tom Potter officiating. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Parkinson Foundation. Arrangements are under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home Kimberling City, MO.
Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Elder
Cheryl Rhody
April 19, 2020
Forever in my heart. A ledgen. He taught me how to watch for wildlife. Not as a hunter but as a love for it. Thank you Pops. I love you and miss you.
Andrea Elder
April 18, 2020
Grandpa we take care of our thank you for instilling that in me I love you and I will see ya later.
Lisa Copilevitz
April 17, 2020
Brought me many coons for bbqing
SANDY CRANE
April 16, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Arthur was a wonderful man and will truly be missed.
Sarah Bainter
April 16, 2020
What was once enjoyed and deeply loved, we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes part of us - Helen Keller
I am so sorry for your loss and sending all my love.
Sincerely,
Sarah Bainter
Tiffany Dabney
April 16, 2020
I didn't know Arthur too well, but every time I did see him, I was greeted with a smile. He was so easy to talk to, and I always enjoyed my time around him. He left a wonderful legacy that will continue to go on. I love you guys!
Robbie and Edith Back
April 16, 2020
Arthur was a great story teller he will be missed ! Prayers to the family
Chad Mavis
April 15, 2020
I have very fond and loving memories of pops, he and mema were always very loving and caring. I will miss him dearly.
Penny Melton
April 15, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
Chuck Elder
April 15, 2020
God bless the great white hunter we will miss you but never will forget you uncle. Say hi too dad.
Shelly Tittsworth
April 15, 2020
Dwight, Randy, Rita, and family all of us girls from Dinky's want to tell you we love you all and are thinking of you and we want you to know we Loved Pops very much and we will all have our own personal memories with your Dad, grandfather. He was one in a million and we were so lucky to have known him.
Rodney Price
April 15, 2020
Sure am going to miss this man! He showed me so much growing up and much more after I was grown....love ya Pops
Autumn Stultz
April 15, 2020
Sending love to all of you.
Rinnah Barron
April 15, 2020
Arthur was one of the most kind, wonderful men I've ever known...My prayers & condolences to the family...He will be missed, but he leaves behind a great legacy to those who knew him...
Terry Stults
April 15, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jerri Kay Siebe
April 15, 2020
Prayers for your family
Kelly Baker
April 15, 2020
Loved Arthur just like my pwn grandpa, he will be missed.
Laura Lewallen
April 15, 2020
Arthur, Truda and family, have been dear, dear friends of ours since my parents owned the Western Auto store in Reeds Spring!! Upon our closing, we built a new home, up close to where they lived, we have so enjoyed reconnecting, and enjoying the stories he told as well as, talking about family, and friends we both shared and knew, from years back, and now!! He was so enjoyable to talk with, and be around!! Ron, as well has learned so much from him, along the trappers field!! Our hearts are broken, and hurting but, God has a much better place for him, visiting with my dear Dad, as well as some of his family, and friends!! We'll meet again, dear friend!!! Love, huggs, and prayers to Truda and family!!!! The Alden Hembree, and Ron Lewallen families
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