David Lonnie Elkins

David Lonnie Elkins obituary

David Lonnie Elkins

David Elkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by St. Mary Cemetery & Funeral Center on Sep. 19, 2025.

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David L. Elkins

January 1, 1944 - June 5, 2025

Mortuary arrangements for David Lonnie Elkins are under the direction of the Calvary Cemetery and Funeral Center.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025 starting at 10:00am

St. Joseph Marello Catholic Church

7200 Auburn-Folsom Rd.

Granite Bay, CA 95746

Immediately following, all are invited to a reception at the parish hall.

Interment at a later date at the Smith Mountain Cemetery in Dinuba.

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