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Claude F. Eldridge

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Downing & Lahey Mortuaries & Crematory - East Wichita

6555 E. Central

Wichita, Kansas

Claude Eldridge Obituary

Eldridge, Claude F. 94 (Chuck to many family members and friends and CF to his family and relatives in Mississippi), died on February 2, 2016. Claude was born on August 24, 1921 in DeKalb Co., MS to Claude F. Eldridge, Sr. and Lillie M. Eldridge; he had six sisters and three brothers. With the exception of one sister, all Mississippi family members have preceded Claude in death. Claude lived a very full life in his 94 years. He served in the Civilian Conservation Corps building fire lookout stands in Oregon. He joined the US Army in 1942, and served stateside with the Military Police. After he was discharged, Claude moved to Wichita, KS where he worked for Beech Aircraft. It was at Beech where Claude met the love of his life, Elverna Bell, and they were married in 1947. Claude had a career with the Boeing Co. spanning 39 years where he started in the wire shop and ended in executive management. During his tenure, Claude was fortunate enough to travel the world for Boeing. After retirement, with a love of traveling and golf, Claude and Elverna visited and golfed on all the continents of the world except Antarctica, where unfortunately, there are no golf courses. Claude authored four books and maintained a curiosity about life and the world to the end. Claude is survived by his wife of 68 years, Elverna Eldridge; children, Pamela Eldridge and Steven Eldridge (Janice) all of Wichita; sister, Joyce Gomez of Chula Vista, CA; grandchildren, Erik Mallory, Alexis Wallace and Emily Prideaux; great-grandchildren, Elaina and Ellisen Prideaux, and Beckett Wallace. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 1958 N Webb Rd., Wichita. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with the Lord's Diner, 520 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67214. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Feb. 6 to Feb. 7, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Claude Eldridge

15 Entries

Pam Eldridge

January 28, 2020

My father was a great Dad and a wonderful person. Everyday, Mom and I miss his insight and knowledge as well as his advice and counsel.

Pam Eldridge

January 28, 2019

My Dad was a wonderful father. He was also a good writer and loved gardening! It was fun helping him with projects. I enjoyed travelling with Dad and my mother. Mom and I miss him very much. He was a great guy.

Pam Eldridge

February 27, 2016

Dear Dad,

I love you.

Love,

Pam

Stan Schug

February 12, 2016

Dear Pam and all, just learned of your loss. Looks like a life well lived. I am sure you will miss him.

Cheri Oatsdean

February 12, 2016

Dear Pam, Elverna, Steve and Family,

I just learned of your precious father and husband's passing and am so very sorry for your great loss--my thoughts and prayers are with you! Be comforted by the promises of our dear Lord and the love of family and friends. And know this: another dear angel has received his wings--what a beautiful life, what an amazing legacy! Romans 8:37-39

Arden Murillo

February 12, 2016

Dear Pam, I am very sorry to learn of your father's passing. You will feel the loss of your father for years to come...I sure have. However, this earthly life is but a moment in time, and we will all be together again in Paradise! Praying for you and your loved ones.

Galen Green

February 12, 2016

Here's to a life well lived and a community and family well loved and served. Good job.

Sandy Boler

February 9, 2016

As a child, I was fortunate enough to live with Uncle Chuck, Aunt Elverna, and cousins Pam and Steve for a season. I was part of their family and felt more like a son and a brother than a nephew/cousin. I love them all and will miss Uncle Chuck deeply. To me, Uncle Chuck was the epitome of a real man. Perhaps not perfect but as good a man as I ever knew. God bless you Uncle Chuck and may you rest eternally in the peace that God has prepared for you. My heart-felt condolences to Aunt Elverna and the rest of the family. May God comfort you during your time of grieving. You are loved!

Robert Hemphill Family

February 7, 2016

El Verna and family I am so sorry to hear about CF's passing. Just know he is now in the arms of Jesus. I wish all of you strength and peace as you grieve for your loved one. He was a great man.

Regina Wood

February 7, 2016

So sorry to hear!

James & Kathy Bowlin

February 7, 2016

So Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you. Sending love and prayers across the miles separating us. Prayers for comfort and peace within. Love each of you. God Bless and Comfort you now and each coming day.

Harry Simpson

February 6, 2016

I remember Claude from Boeing many years ago. He was one of the nicest and most considerate persons I ever met while there. My deepest sympathies to Claude's family and loved ones.

Rest Claude, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

February 6, 2016

Elverna and family, so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed many conversations with Claude. He was always so upbeat and such a gentleman. He was a joy as a neighbor.
Bob & Berna Dene Spriggs

Pam Breece

February 6, 2016

Steve and family, sorry for the loss of your father and loved one. May your memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. God be with you.

Keith Blevins

February 6, 2016

Steve, so sorry for your loss. Your father was definitely one of a kind. Karen and I are praying that the Lord will provide comfort during this time.

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