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Elvin Waite Obituary

Elvin "Al" Waite He Will Be Missed Elvin "Al" Waite passed away March 7, 2006 at his home after a lingering illness. His wife Arlene was at his side. Al's life was lived to the fullest. He was the owner of Roto Aire Filter Sales and Service for 45 years. Al served in the US Air Force from 1951 to 1956, serving in Korea and Japan. He graduated from Henegar Business School with the composite degree Associated in Commercial Science in Accounting and Management. He received the "Lifetime Achievement Award" from the National Air Filtration Association of which he was a Past President. He was Past President of the Old Farm Home Owner's Assoc., and Past President of the local Ashrae chapter. He was treasurer of Mt. Olympus Church for 12 years. He was a lifetime member of Alpine Country Club. He was past Secretary Of BPOE Elk's 85 and is now member of BPOE #2344. He was also active with the ORE Timeshare Association. One of his proudest moments was being chairman of the local Habitat for Humanity chapter and organizing the building of the first Blitz House in Salt Lake City. The house was built in only 32 hours in 1994. He also helped his wife Arlene with the many activities of Club Vision. He loved jeeping with his friends of the Utah County Jeep and rescue group and golfing with his many friends from Alpine and his church. Al adored his sons and his grandkids. He and Arlene took many fun trips. They loved to fish, travel and stay at their summer cabin. In the winter they would head to Beaver Dam, AZ to see their many friends. Al is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Bob and Don and sister Doris. He is survived by his wife Arlene, sons R. Joe (Sandy), L. Gail (Sid) and his brother Louis Waite. He has four grandchildren, five great-grand-children, and his beloved little dog Tory (Nurse Tory). A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, March 11, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at the Mt. Olympus Presbyterian Church, 3280 E. 3990 South Salt Lake City, UT. Following the service the family welcomes you to visit with them and enjoy light refreshments in the church fellowship hall. Thanks to the Dr's and assistants at the Utah Cancer Specialist Group, also a special thanks to Dr. Jim Pingree for his caring and skills. Also for the care received in the Woodland Park Care Center from Jan 21 to Feb 16. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Club Vision c/o 607 East 3990 So. Salt Lake City, UT 84107. Funeral Directors Evans & Early.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Mar. 10 to Mar. 11, 2006.

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beth fitzpatrick

March 4, 2021

I remember him beating me at gin rummy (while eating peanuts) all the time when we went camping. He had THE BEST smile!

Joe Waite

March 4, 2021

I think about my dad every day
Miss him terribly

Arlene Waite

March 22, 2007

March 7, 2007
At 9:15 a.m. today you have been gone 1 year. I still keep hoping you will come in the door but now I know I will go to you. You are so missed and loved.

Arlene Waite

January 16, 2007

It is now 2007 and the holidays without you were so different. You were the biggest part of my life. Please know I love and miss you so much.

Arlene Waite

June 21, 2006

Today was our Club Vision Annual Bar-B-Que. I missed you so much.

Dale and the guys gave their service, food and everything in your memory. You would have been so proud.

Arlene Waite

May 23, 2006

I am so lost without you.

Linda Bowman

April 18, 2006

Arlene: I just got your note today. I'm so sorry for your loss. We were so happy to meet Al when we were in Utah in 04.

Linda Bowman

Tamara Pyper and family

March 14, 2006

To the Waite Family,

We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband, Father, and Grandfather. Remember the wonderful memories and love that you have shared together, it will help you through this. We love you!!!

Sandy and Barney Burroughs

March 14, 2006

To the Waite Family from Sandy and Barney Burroughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you on Al's passage. He was a good friend and colleague over the years and he made life better for others. He contributed greatly to his community and his industry and will be missed by his friends and his colleagues in the industry that was his love.

Joe Waite

March 12, 2006

Dear Mom

It was an honor to speak at Al's service and to be with you during this time of loss. I am so sorry for your loss but I know we all loved Al so much. I love you and my thoughts are always with you. Your son Joe.

Amy Compton

March 11, 2006

To the Waite Family: The loss of a Father is something I do not know. I can only imagine the anguish you must feel. You know that he is with our Saviour, he no longer feels pain or discomfort. So look forward to the day when he will greet you with open arms and you will know the joy and happiness he now knows. I love you and you are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Jim and Sandee Wilson

March 11, 2006

Arlene and Family, we let time get away and never got to spend time together. It was 25 years ago that you and Al were the best man/bridesmaid at our wedding. We think of you both so often and regret not sharing time together. We are thankful for the time we had with you both. Bless you and your family, Arlene.

Al and Lois Wallberg

March 10, 2006

Arlene and Family, Al and I deeply will miss Al. He was a great guy and a wonderful husband to you. We will his parties at Beaver Dam. Again, words can't express what is in our heart for you at this difficultime. Love, Al and Lois Wallberg

Kari and Andy Lawrence

March 10, 2006

Gail and Sidney We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "Al" will obviously be sincerly missed.

Don Childers

March 10, 2006

Dear Arlene and family,



It was a great pleasure of mine to have known Al and to learn from his great expertice in the HVAC field. I also enjoyed the social time with you and Al, and will never forget time in the hottub with the snow falling down with outside temperatures too cold for polar bears. Quite an experience for a southern boy like me. Arlene, our prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. Al was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed by so many!



With condolences and best regards,



Don and Leigh Childers

Brian and Debbie Peterson

March 10, 2006

Gail, Sid, Heather and David, We are sadden to hear about the loss of your father and gradfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know that Heavenly Father is watching over you and blessing you with the comfort and strength needed at this time. May the many beautiful memories you shared give you strength during this difficult time. Know that we love you and are with you in thought and prayer.

Chris Moon

March 10, 2006

Arlene,

I am so sorry to hear about Al. He was one of my favorite people and you both were so good to me during my visits to SLC. My prayers are with you and all your family. Please take care,

Colleen Smith

March 10, 2006

To Arlene, Joe, Sandy, Gail, and Sid, our deepest sympathies to all of you. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hold on to each other and all of the great memories you have as a family. Take care,

Colleen Smith and Family

Katie and Max Combs

March 10, 2006

To Arlene.

I don't have old words to share with you But you and Al are a treasure to have for a neighbor.

He made be feel welcomed to know him. We will always have happy thoughts of him.

Fred Paladino

March 10, 2006

Dear Arlene,

What a lovely rememerance of Al and his life. We will miss him so very much. Know how much we loved him and love you. I kinder gentler soul we have never known.



Love and Prayers,

Fred and Coral

Jeff & Connie Silliman

March 10, 2006

Our prayers are with you and your family. Our location here in California prevents us from being with you tomorrow. Know that we value the friendship of you and Al for the last 31 years. Al is in God's good hands and you are as well. Our love to you.

Greg & Karel McDonough

March 10, 2006

I was sorry to hear of Al's passing. I enjoyed my association with him in the HVAC industry. He is on his journey to the next part of life. Our prayers and condolences are with his family. May the Lord bless them.

Love, Cris & Kristie Rasmussen

March 10, 2006

Dear Arlene, No bond is as great as that between a husband and wife. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. May your memories bring you comfort.

Keith Robertson

March 10, 2006

Dear Arlene,

We want to offer you are sincerest simpathy. Bobbie and I thought the world of Al. Al was always so much fun to be with and I enjoyed working with him to start the local ASHRAE chapter in Boise, golfing, jeeping, working around him and just knowing him for all these years. Al will be missed!

James Nielsen

March 10, 2006

Dear Arlene,



How I wish I could be of some comfort to you at this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. If you and Al had not had such a great life together, it wouldn't hurt so bad now. I send you my love, James

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