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ELIAS RICHARD "ELI" TOMKINS

ELIAS RICHARD "ELI" TOMKINS obituary

ELIAS TOMKINS Obituary

Elias "Eli" Richard Tomkins, our tiny warrior lost his lifelong battle with Mitochondrial Disease, Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 4:08AM at the age of three. Eli was born December 1, 2009 in Wichita, KS. His smile, laughter, and bravery touched people near and far. Eli's passing is felt worldwide. Eli leaves behind his parents, Robert and Heather Tomkins; his siblings, Emily (age 12), Jace (age 9), Benjamin (age 7), and Ariana (age 6); his grandparents, Richard and Margaret Gray; and his extended family Lauren and Michaella Gumminger. A funeral service will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Shawnee Mission Unitarian Universalist Church, 9400 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS. Interment will follow at Johnson County Memorial Gardens. A visitation will be held 6-8PM, Friday evening, May 3, 2013 at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS. Eli's passion is books and he spent hours a day reading. In order to honor Eli's passion the family is hosting a book drive, in lieu of flowers. All books collected will be donated in Eli's name to the children's programs at KU Med. Books, cards, and financial contributions can be mailed or dropped off at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS 66210. To read about Eli's journey please visit www.ejbamommy.blogspot.com and for more information on Mito visit www.umdf.org. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.johnsoncountychapel.com Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 11200 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66210. (913)451-1860 www.dwnewcomers.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on May 1, 2013.

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My stylist....Eli!

Arminda Bernardino

May 5, 2013

Such a Happy kid, and smart! I will cherish the times I got to play/"therapy" with him! So sorry for your loss but I feel this kid is looking over our shoulders! Sending strength and happy thoughts your way!

Beth Trickey-Schneweis

May 4, 2013

Eli was a special friend to my Christopher. I will never forget when the boys first met. Christopher smiled at the sight of seeing another kid with a feeding tube. He enjoyed getting to visit and play with Eli very much. Our hugs and prayers and with you during this most diffacult time.

Tracy Otting (Blaser)

May 1, 2013

I am so sorry for your lost. Words could never say. Thinking of you and your family Bobby. My your heart heal.

Helene Winston

May 1, 2013

My prayers are with the Tomkins family with this hard time they are going through my heart goes out to them

Phyllis Townsend

May 1, 2013

We extend our sympathy and prayers in the loss of this dear little boy. May the love of family and friends comfort you at this sad time. Love, Phyllis and Lee

Jennita Price

May 1, 2013

I did not know this precious little baby, but as I looked has his picture it really touched me. My prayers are with his parents and siblings during this loss. God just took his precious baby back home.

Anne McKee

May 1, 2013

Condolences to your family, from Canada.

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