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John Elson Obituary

ELSON-John Robert, age 72, Bellevue. Born 12-21-1934 Bridgeport Ohio. Passed away 4-15-2007 after a short illness. Retired Air Force, Vietnam Veteran, Retired from the VA Hospital. Survived by wife of 49 years, Sylvia; children, Michael (Jana), Lincoln, Steve, Raleigh, NC, Paula (Corey) Wagner, Wahoo; 10 grandchildren.
Family Visitation Wed 5-7 pm, Rosary at 6pm. Funeral mass Thurs April 19, 11 am all at St Mary's Catholic Church, Bellevue. Memorials to Columban Fathers, Bellevue, NE.
Published by Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2007.

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Jerry & Renee Budke

April 17, 2007

Sylvia and family,
We were so shocked to hear about John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are looking forward to seeing you this summer. I remember the fun time we had when we were together last summer. Remember all the good times you spent together as a family. Take care and God Bless.
Love Jerry & Renee'

Daniel Liston

April 17, 2007

Uncle Jack, the memories I have of you are few, but they are so very special to me. I will remember them and you always.

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