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John Elekes Obituary
May 24, 1938 - October 24, 2020
Fort Worth, Texas - John Stephen Elekes passed through the deep waters on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.
Interment: 11 a.m. Wednesday at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.
Memorials: If desired, memorials may be made to the Semper Fi Fund or Toys for Tots.
John was born May 24, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, to Irene Demeter Elekes and Alex Balazs Elekes. Upon graduation from Arizona State University with a B.S., he completed TBS-Marine Corps Schools, Quantico, Virginia and served in the USMCR for 26 years, retiring as Lt. Col. He later graduated from Western State University College of Law and practiced trial law for over 40 years in Orange County, California.
In his retirement, he and Michele moved to Texas where he found plenty of time to fish, duck hunt and golf. He enjoyed volunteering with Citizens on Patrol in his neighborhood, marshaling at the Fort Worth Colonial and serving as a mediator at Dispute Resolution Services of Fort Worth. He was a member of Phi Delta Theta and The Breakfast Club of Fort Worth.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Kippi Jane Page.
Survivors: Wife, Michele Russell Elekes; stepson, Travis Buck, Travis's daughter, Gretchen Buck, and his granddaughter, Morgan Page; Michele's mother, Mary Jean Slocum Russell; sister, Jean Marie Russell; brother, Carter Russell and wife, Joni; nephew, Lee Weskamp; nieces, Megan Russell and Cami Russell Hollar and husband, Josh.
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Louise Chickie-Wolfe, Ph.D.
November 24, 2020
Dear Michelle, My cousin, John, was more like the big brother I always wanted. As a child, I always looked up to him and throughout his life, I was exceedingly proud of his accomplishments but more importantly, of his character. He was a fine man, and I miss him already. May peace and wonderful memories comfort you throughout this difficult time. Love, Louise and Raleigh
Karen M Stetler
November 1, 2020
Dearest Michele, it has been a blessing to reconnect with you and to get to know John. This picture is perfect as it captures the sparkle in his eye and the joy with which he engaged life and friends. He leaves a proud legacy in you and indelible memories in those fortunate enough to know him. Love Karen
Karen M Stetler
November 1, 2020
Dearest Michele, it has been a blessing to reconnect with you and to get to know John. This picture is perfect as it captures the sparkle in his eye and the joy with which he engaged life and friends. He leaves a proud legacy in you and indelible memories in those fortunate enough to know him. Love Karen
Karen M Stetler
November 1, 2020
Dearest Michele, it has been a blessing to reconnect with you and to get to know John. This picture is perfect as it captures the sparkle in his eye and the joy with which he engaged life and friends. He leaves a proud legacy in you and indelible memories in those fortunate enough to know him. Love Karen
Mary & Dennis Hill
October 30, 2020
John was one of my favorite people and I am so thankful to have known him. Dennis and I are so lucky to have shared so many wonderful times with John and Michele. Among his many qualities, John was a wonderful, thoughtful, funny, generous and loving man. He will be so very missed.
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