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David Elfrink Obituary
David E. Elfrink, of Lake St. Louis, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 84. Cherished son of the late Henry and Irene Elfrink; devoted father of David Scott Elfrink, Rob (Jennifer) Elfrink and Julie (Daniel) Buckley; father-in-law of the late Carolyn Elfrink; treasured grandfather of Emily, Lauren, Ben, Olivia, Graham, Gia, Caitlin, Hailey, and the late Lola and Adriana; dear brother of Shirley Birke, Pat McGill, Dale Elfrink, Dan Elfrink, and the late Donald Elfrink; loving uncle, cousin, and friend. Preceded in death by his former spouse, Carole Drace, as well as wife, JoAnne McFall.
David was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, and taxidermy and was well known for his skills. David loved his family and spending time with his grandkids. He was a kind, gentle and loving soul. He was a special man who made an impact on everyone who knew him. David was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Memorials may be made in David's name to the Missouri Department of Conservation.
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3950 W Clay Street, Saint Charles, MO 63301
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