Ardyth Lynn Elms

Ardyth Lynn Elms obituary, Clovis, NM

Ardyth Lynn Elms

Ardyth Elms Obituary

Visit the Steed-Todd Funeral Home & Crematory website to view the full obituary.

Ardyth passed away December 25, 2025 in Clovis, New Mexico at age 79. Cremation has taken place and private services will be held at a later date.
Ardyth was born on September 11, 1946 in Clovis, New Mexico to Bertie Arthur and Dolly Lillian (Wall) Brownlow. She graduated from Grants High School.
Ardyth was a devote Christian and a deacon and elder at First Presbyterian and always had a positive attitude during all her trials and tribulations. She had many jobs during her life and retired as a Psychiatric Technician at Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino, California for 24 years.
After retiring, she moved back to Clovis and owned AREA Creations with her daughter-in-law. She had many talents working with crocheting, dirty pour paintings and resin. She was the author of 8 fantasy and mystery books and loved to read. She was a member of Fairfield Extension Club. She loved spending time with her extended family and playing games. She loved animals, especially dogs. She also had 4 parakeets at the time of her passing.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bertie and Lillian Brownlow and only sister Carla Osborne.
She is survived by her son Michael Harris and wife Regina.
Memorials may be given to the charity of your choice in her name.

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Steed-Todd Funeral Home & Crematory

800 E. Manana Blvd, Clovis, NM 88101

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