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Lairy "Duck" Eldridge
1951 - 2026
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1951
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2026
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Lairy Eldridge Obituary
March 24, 1951 - January 20, 2026
Lairy Aurthur Eldridge "Duck" passed away Tuesday January 20, 2026, at University hospital in Madison. Lairy was born March 24, 1951, in Missouri to Viola and Roy Eldridge. He spent six years serving in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Aviano, Italy. After an honorable discharge, Lairy worked as a grinder for APV Crepaco for 29 years before they closed. Later, he worked seven years with his son, Spencer, at Johnson industries.
He is survived by his sons: Kyle (Jen) Eldridge and Spencer (Rissa) Eldridge; three step sons: Shane Roberts, Nathan Pies, and Bradly Pies; grandchildren: Lillian, Logan, and Haily Eldridge; sister: Linda (Steve) Rice; and sisters-in-law: Diane Eldridge and Lucille Eldridge. Lairy was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: Larry and James Eldridge; wife, Denise (Sikorski) Eldridge; granddaughter, Josie Eldridge; seven brothers; and many other family members.
A Celebration of Lairy's life will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the American Legion Post 279, 113 East Main Street, Marshall, WI 53559.
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