L.G. Elam

L.G. Elam obituary, Salinas, CA

L.G. Elam

L.G. Elam Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Healey Mortuary and Crematory on Jul. 8, 2023.

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Obituary of L.G. Elam
L.G. Elam, 89, passed away June 27, 2023 into the arms of Our Lord and Savior. He was born in Newark, Arkansas but moved to California at a young age.
He is survived by his wife, Pauline, of 70 years; his sons, Rick (Ladene) Elam and Kevin Elam; his daughter, Debra (Mark) Huff; his brother, Ben (Linda) Rohrschieb; 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren; along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Allie and Stella Rohrschieb; and brothers, Howard Elam and Doris Elam.
L.G. loved his family very much. He also loved watching sports and car shows on TV. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping, fishing, and hunting. He will be truly missed by his family.
At L.G.'s request there will be no services, however, donations may be made in his name to Parkinson's disease research.
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