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David Ehlers Obituary
David Thomas Ehlers, age 75, of West Palm Beach, FL, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, July 30, 2019. David was born September 29, 1943 to Elizabeth and James Ehlers in Bridgeport, CT. He was raised in Stratford, CT and moved to West Palm Beach, in 1972. David served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1963. Following his military service, his early career was largely that of a professional driver, from taxis to tractor trailers. In 1992 David established his career with the United States Postal Service where he worked for nineteen years until his retirement in 2011.
David is lovingly remembered by his long-time companion Ann Capoldo; daughter Roxanne; sons David and Jason and their mother Sharon. He is survived by his ten grandchildren, Heather, Angelique, Jamie, Carol, Demostenes, Christian, Briana, Alexis, Hailey, and Tyler, as well as two great-grandchildren, Rosalie and Maia.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Elizabeth and James, his twin brother James, as well as Roxanne's mother, Carol.
David will be laid to rest at the South Florida National Cemetery where he will be honored with a military funeral ceremony. The service will be held 1:00PM August 14, 2019 at the cemetery, 6501 S. State Road 7, Lake Worth, FL.
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Jason Ehlers
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Joann Davis
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your kids.
Susan Ott Hall
August 13, 2019
sorry to hear this give hugs to the family
Trudy Jackson
August 13, 2019
My deepest sympathy
Piel Barnard
August 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Our Prayers are with you and your Family
Joan Brown
August 13, 2019
Peace and light to you and your family...you are on my prayers
Sue Kingree
August 13, 2019
Sure wish I was there to give you a big hug but since I can't am asking God to do that for me. May he give you strength & peace.
Eileen Siringo
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers
Harriet Oswalt
August 13, 2019
So sorry to hear. Our prayers are with you and family...
Kelly Wynn
August 13, 2019
Im so sorry to hear this . Prayers to everyone in the family!! Xoxxo
Robert Veronee Jr
August 13, 2019
Prayers for the family.
Sharon Kach
August 13, 2019
So Sorry . He is at piece now .Our Prayers are with you and your family . Hugs and prayers
Carol Robinson-Jackson
August 13, 2019
my prayers and condolences to you and your family
Dorothy Aubuchon
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss!! You're in my prayers for peace and comfort!! Sending hugs and love!!
Marie Talbert
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss Sharon. Sending you love. May he RIP
Aimee Oswalt Crosby
August 13, 2019
So sorry for ya'lls loss!! We love you guy!! ❤❤
Ann Bunch
August 13, 2019
Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you and your family.
Shirley Lange
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Mike Wells
August 13, 2019
Brother, sorry bout what your going thru!! We go way back!! Prayers to you, and your family!! God bless!!
Michelle Marie-Dalfo
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss may he RIP Prayers for you & Your Family
James Danley
August 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss.
Bridgett Powell
August 13, 2019
So sorry for you loss Jason. Prayers for you and your family.
Jacqueline Smock
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss Jason.... . RIP
Samantha Grace Throckmorton
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry Jason ♥
William Walker
August 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss bud
David Dykes
August 13, 2019
Sorry Jason I know where you're at man call me If you need me
Joyce Wells
August 13, 2019
So sorry
Angie Pacitti
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss Jason. May you find peace in knowing he's no longer suffering and is now your angel. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Lisa Breen
August 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Sending Prayers & Love
Candis Cook
August 13, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Ron Seagle
August 13, 2019
Our thoughts are with you and your family Jason
Jorge Campos
August 13, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss bro
Flo Westphal
August 13, 2019
So sorry to hear this Jason. May be R.I.P. No more suffering.
Pamela Wynn
August 13, 2019
Sweet Jason, my heart aches for you to have to feel this pain of loss. You did an amazing tribute for your Dad. It was very touching❤. Please reach out if you or your family can think of anything or anyway needed, we would love to . Sending love and asking our Lord to comfort you and all the family now and in the days to come.❤
Travis Sidlauskas
August 13, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss brother prayers going out to you and your family.
David Galloway
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss!
Jack Graziano
August 13, 2019
Sorry to hear that. If you need anything, I'm here.
Dorothy Aubuchon
August 13, 2019
So sorry for your loss Jason!! It was a beautiful tribute. Hold on to your memories!! Sending love and prayers of comfort!!
Shawn Gibson
August 13, 2019
Sorry brother
Otniel Arencibia
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear Jason Ehlers! You and your family are in my prayers.!
Marybeth Robinson
August 13, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Norma Epps
August 13, 2019
So sorry to hear about your dad, prayers for your family.
Chris Sacconi
August 13, 2019
Sorry Jason my prayers are your way ! Head up my brotha !!
Rebecca Paterson
August 13, 2019
I'm so extremely sorry Jason! I know what u are going through, my stepdad who has been in my life since I was born passed away in April and he was suffering beforehand also. I'm sorry for your loss. You'll be in my thoughts.
Jeremy Menn
August 13, 2019
My very sorry for your loss man. Thoughts and prayers!
Jessica Dylan-Winter
August 13, 2019
This brings back so many memories from when we were kids. What a lovely tribute, Jason. May the happy memories you and your family (David, Sharon) made with him comfort you as you grieve his transition. Please remember that he will always be with you. Sending you all lots of love and blessings always.
Alexander Martin
August 13, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss brother you can always reach out to me if you need to.
Marty Ball-Payne
August 11, 2019
I am sorry to hear about your Dad. Please let me know if there's anything I can do.
Jr Henton
August 11, 2019
Hey man. Sorry to hear about your Dad. I know how hard it can be.
Kevin Graziano
August 11, 2019
I'm so sorry man.
Carmine Pace Jr
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Mike Welch
August 11, 2019
Condolences to you and your family.
Tina Nelson-Pulisic
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Cherie Purdy
August 11, 2019
I'm sorry for your loss Jason prayers for I and your family
Theresa Vanburen
August 11, 2019
So sorry Jason! My deepest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Candice Earl Norman
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers for Gods peace upon you and your family.
Joe DiPasquale
August 11, 2019
Sorry for the loss
Bob MacMillan
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss brother.
Summer Anderson
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss Jason. Pray God will comfort you at this difficult time .
Kyle Osborn
August 11, 2019
Sorry man
Shannon Wynn
August 11, 2019
I'm soooo sorry!!! I know how difficult this can be..praying for you and everyone.... I love you . Please let me know if I can do anything for you xoxoxo
Jennifer McClain
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss
Chuck Anderson
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss brother if you need to talk you got the #
John Curcio
August 11, 2019
Sorry Jason, you are his best compliment
Erik Tejada
August 11, 2019
My condolences to you and your family
Scott McMillan
August 11, 2019
I'm really sorry for your loss brother. He is resting now peacefully. God bless you and your family
Andy McGriff
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss. We're praying for you.
Justin Dampf
August 11, 2019
Jason my condolences. What a great post, I'm sure he was always very proud
Tim Robinson
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss, Jason.
Michael Marinelli
August 11, 2019
Sorry for loss Jason it's never easy
Billy Weschrek
August 11, 2019
Prayers bro
David Christopher Riviera
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss brother my deepest condolences prayers going out to you and your family
Shawn Thompson
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss Jason! Prayers for you and your entire family!
Hoss Smith
August 11, 2019
My deepest condolences to you and your family Jason, it's not easy losing a parent, but we take solace that they are now in a much better place
Jimmy Boocks
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your great loss buddy
Ginny Ritter
August 11, 2019
Omg Jason I am so sorry. I cant imagine how you're feeling but we are here and thinking of you and your family. ❤❤
Michael Ryan
August 11, 2019
My condolences bud!!
Deborah Rolleri-Pace
August 11, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers going out to your family
Danielle Hughes Dillow
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts. ❤
Lisa Brink
August 11, 2019
Love you cousin. Your dad was always so good to me. Very sorry. Will be thinking of you.
Jamie Wharton-Owens
August 11, 2019
Jason, I'm so sorry to hear this. Watching this video reminded me of the many happy days spent at your house. Sending much love to you all
Josh Carle
August 11, 2019
Sorry about your loss brother. Prayers to you and your family.
Kristen Blake
August 11, 2019
I'm so sorry Jason! We love you!
Ivonne Paulete
August 11, 2019
Jason So sorry for your loss ! Sending hugs from me and Tony
Kyle Dubbs
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss man. May he RIP.
Humbert Dousdebes
August 11, 2019
My condolences to you and your family.
Bethany Diane Scarlett
August 11, 2019
I'm so so sorry.
Elizabeth Ann
August 11, 2019
Sorry for your loss Jason.
Taylor Hall
August 11, 2019
So sorry for your loss brother! Prayers out to you and the family
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