Elmer Forrest Mikkelson

I will forever remember Elmer with having a sweet smile and warm heart. He used to come into my coffee shop off Baptist road and get a small cup of coffee and a banana nut muffin atleast once a week, while I worked there. He was a huge encouragement to me right before I left to go to nursing school in Iowa. I was able to get a job at a healthcare facility down south in CO, and to my suprise, Elmer was one of my residents. His smile and warm heart brightened my day. It was very hard for me...

A part of my life's history is now gone with my brother's passing. I have no one to discuss and argue over childhood events, family members and past celebrations. I will miss and remember him always. Sister Phyllis

I am forever grateful for the many wonderful memories I have of my Uncle Elmer while growing up. What a gift to be able to have spent time with him during his visit in San Diego this year and for him to be able to meet my grandchildren. He will be missed by many.

After I got out of the Navy and was attending College I would work for Elmer in the summer times and at Christmas. I will never forget one day being in the office and a phone call came in that one of the trash trucks had tipped over. These were very big trucks and it was a big deal to tip them over and an even bigger deal to try and get them upright. I couldn't believe how calm Elmer was that a trash truck have tipped over! He checked to make sure no one had been hurt then set about...

Dear Dad,
I love you and will miss you very much.

He was truly a joy to serve with in Rotary. Bless you Elmer.

He was the best dad ever, to me (his daughter, Kathy) and his two sons, Mark and Rick. Our lives were made better by his love and devotion while we were growing up. He also had a great friendship with his son-in-law, David.

Kathy & David Smith
Fox Island, WA