Frank Welch "Buddy" Elmore, Jr.
September 17, 1932 - June 28, 2015
Macon, GA- Frank Welch (Buddy) Elmore Jr. was born in Gainesville, Georgia, on September 17, 1932. He grew up in Americus, Georgia, and graduated from Americus High School. His adult years were spent in Jeffersonville and Macon, Georgia. Mr. Elmore served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He received a BA degree in Building Construction from Auburn University in 1956. Mr. Elmore worked over 55 years in Macon and middle Georgia building many projects. He was a contractor who enjoyed his work. Through the years he made many lasting friendships with other builders and sub-contractors.
Mr. Elmore was a faithful and active member of First Evangelical Church for over 30 years. He served as a steward and was the building contractor for his church which was completed in 2008.
Mr. Elmore loved the Lord his savior, his wife and companion of 58 years, and his family. He always had a smile and the assurance "he was going to make it", especially during his many years of struggle with cancer.
We will celebrate his home going at First Evangelical Church on Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at 3:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 1:30 PM. The Rev. Tim Long and Rev. Richard Jelley will officiate. Burial will follow at Macon Memorial Cemetery. The family requests Memorials be made to First Evangelical Church or Pine Pointe Hospice and Palliative Care. We express deep appreciation to them for the loving care during Frank's illness.
He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Welch Elmore Sr., his mother and step father, Helen and Dr. Henry Swearingen of Americus, Georgia, and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Joyner.
He is survived by his loving wife, Frances Crawford Elmore: two dear sons, David Frank Elmore (Sadie) of Jacksonville, Florida, and Jonathan Crawford Elmore (Tamara Shipley) of Avondale Estates, Georgia, Linda Daves Elmore of Ellijay, Georgia; seven precious grandchildren, CPL Aschton Elmore USMC, Savannah Elmore, Coleigh and Harrison Elmore, and Tyson, Elena, and Sawyer Elmore. Also by one dear sister, Elaine Herlovich of Fitzgerald, Georgia, several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and many nieces and nephews, and cousins.
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Published by The Telegraph on Jun. 29, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Elmore

32 Entries

Sharon Burnette

July 24, 2015

Mrs. Elmore,
We are so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. Bart and I have thought of you often over the years.

Sue Ann Balkcom

July 23, 2015

Mrs. Elmore,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. You are in my prayers

Marilyn Lee

July 4, 2015

Mrs. Elmore and family, so sorry to just now learn of Mr. Elmore's passing. I always thought of you both as a loving, caring couple devoted to each other and using your Faith to carry you through life. You and your family are in my prayers. Love to you all.

July 3, 2015

Frances you and your family are in our prayers. May happy memories carry you through this sad time. Will always remember you and your family as special friends. With love . Bill and Bertha Sheffield

July 1, 2015

Francis, We were so sorry to hear of Buddy's passing. We just saw it in the paper Tuesday evening. We have always thought a lot of Buddy and have nothing but good memories of him . Praying that God will surround you and your family with His love and peace. With deepest Sympathy.. Mike and Shirley Flanders

June 30, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Elmore's family. He will surely be missed.

David Moon (Warner Robins, Ga)

Erin Heggins

June 30, 2015

David you are all in my prayers. May God always bless you and know that your father is now in paradise. I am sorry for your loss.

June 30, 2015

We are all better people for having known Mr. Buddy. Mrs. Frances, you and your family are in our prayers and will be for many days to come.

Harley and Stevie Gentry

June 30, 2015

We are so saddened to hear about Mr. Frank. Mrs. Francis, y'all mean the world to us and definitely had a great influence on us. You prayed over us when we started our marriage and when we left for our first youth pastor job in Mississippi. We remember you when we see our "forbear" bears. We are grateful for the two of you and your powerful prayers! Praying for you and your family. We love you!

June 30, 2015

Ms. Francis and family, Brooks and I are so saddened by the earthly loss of Mr. Elmore. We know he is now with Jesus and those beautiful blue eyes are shining. Mr. Elmore was the nicest gentleman with so much compassion and love. He will be missed! We love you,
Brooks and Jennifer Peterson

Vicki Batts Lucia

June 30, 2015

Mrs. Elmore and family, Mom and I heard of Mr. Elmore's going home yesterday. We would love to come to the service but she is in the hospital. I wanted you to know we are praying for you, David and Jonathan in this loss and send our love. When Mom gets better, perhaps we can come for a visit. I have thought of both of you so often over the years. You were always so very special to me and I always felt your love. Know we are praying for the peace of God to rest on you like a blanket around your shoulders. I know there's a celebration in Heaven at their new arrival! Love always, Vicki Batts Lucia and Betty Johnson

Jason and Tiffany Blankenship

June 30, 2015

This country was built on the shoulders of giants, like Buddy Elmore. Always a source of strength, courage, compassion and encouragement for my family and I. Truly an amazing legacy left behind. We love you Mrs. Elmore and we are a better couple and family after having the privilege of knowing you and Mr. Buddy.

Craig & Sara Geiger

June 29, 2015

Frances you and Buddy have been such a blessing to so many. One couldn't know him and not love him. love and prayers for you sweet friend, Sara & Craig Geiger

Wayne Ayers

June 29, 2015

One of the finest men I have had the pleasure of knowing! I know his eternal home is Heaven. May the peace of Almighty God be with Mrs. Elmore.

audrey Faccenda

June 29, 2015

Our friend Frances and Elmore family , we are saddened by your loss , we want you to know audrey and I are continuing to pray for you. We were glad to have had the time and friendship with big daddy ,our last visit will always be with us .God bless you Frances we love you ,Audrey and Bernie Faccenda

Mary Buher

June 29, 2015

Love you and thanks for your friendship.
Mary Buher, Bloomington, Indiana

Ken & Judy McCallum

June 29, 2015

Ms. Frances - we were so sorry to hear about Mr. Frank. We love you & are praying for your sweet family.

Reid and Carol Blades

June 29, 2015

Reid and I loved Mr. Frank. He was always so optimistic! He would always comment, "We're going to make it." Well, he made it! He made it to his Heavenly home yesterday! Praise the Lord. You will be missed by your friends and family greatly! Plan to see you again one day! The Blades

King family

June 29, 2015

May the God of tender mercy (Psalms 83:18)grant the family peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

June 29, 2015

Mrs. Elmore, I am sorry for your loss. May the Lird comfort you during this time. Janice and Mark Potts

June 29, 2015

David..I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Praying for you as well as the rest of your family!

Mrs. Pat Long

June 29, 2015

It was my pleasure to meet & become friends with Mr. Buddy & Francis, on my first trip with the FEC Senior Citizens. He became very special to me over time, enriching my life & others in many ways. He always looked on the bright/good side of people & things. Always had a smile . He will be missed by many. One thing for sure he is with his Lord, free of pain,and waiting for us. My prayers & thoughts are with the family and Mrs. Francis...Love Pat Long....

June 29, 2015

David and FAMILY we are very sorry to hear of you loss. Our Prays are with. With Love, Lynn & Lois Heckethorn

Josh Moore

June 29, 2015

Mrs Francis I'm sorry for your loss. Mr. Buddy was a really great guy and I really enjoyed his friendship. I pray that the lord will give you and your family peace and comfort during this time. Always remember he will forever be with you.
Love

Shannon and Kevin Bryant

June 29, 2015

Mr. Buddy taught us so much about faithfulness, love, and grace over the years! We feel profoundly grateful for knowing him and rejoice that we will see him again one day. Much love and many prayers as you grieve!

Patsy Randolph Turner

June 29, 2015

My Love and Prayers are with you during this sad time .

Gary/Brenda Matheny

June 29, 2015

Sorry to hear about Mr. Elmore, may prayers strengthen you during this time!He was always smiling, know he is smiling now!!!

June 29, 2015

Dear Frances and family,

My sincere sympathy in the loss of Buddy. Reading his obituary brings back many wonderful memories of your lives, and those of Dr. and Mrs. Swearingon, in Jeffersonville. The dedication that each of you brought to making our community a better place will always be appreciated. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Sincerely,
Sarah Beck Hawthorne

Jimmy and Vicki Copeland

June 29, 2015

Mrs. Frances and family, we were so sorry to hear about Mr. Frank. Know that each of you will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Betty & Milton Pipkin

June 29, 2015

I am sure Buddy is happy to be free of pain and to be with the Lord and his many relatives and friends. He was a very special friend for many years and enriched our lives in many ways. Our prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. May God Bless all of you.

Clyde Rogers

June 29, 2015

It was my pleasure to know Frank for many years. He always looked on the brighter side of everything. My Thoughts and prayers are with Frances and other family members.

Vicki King

June 29, 2015

Dear Mrs. Frances and family: Mr. Frank finally made it! I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Frank was one of a kind. He was loved by all who knew him and he loved them back. I know you are going to miss him as will I. May our loving and kind God give you peace, comfort and strength to get through the days ahead. I LOVE YOU!

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