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Eldo Householter Obituary
EUREKA - Eldo Householter, 71, of Eureka, IL, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020, in Cozumel, Mexico.
Eldo was born on April 29, 1948, to Earl and Velda (Unzicker) Householter in Eureka, IL. Eldo grew up on the family farm and raised beef cattle. He was a proud graduate of Eureka High School class of 1966 and Alumnus of the University of Illinois. He married Jamell (Jamie) McClure on April 2, 1977.
Eldo was employed with the Illinois Department of Agriculture as a meat inspector for 36 years.
Eldo lived a joy-filled life as a husband, father and grandfather. He was known for his genuine and friendly conversation and generosity. Eldo loved traveling, especially to Florida with family and friends. He enjoyed listening to southern gospel and bluegrass music. Eldo was an avid sports spectator and fan. He loved being outside in his yard and working in his garden.
Survivors include his wife, Jamell "Jamie;" sons, Nathan and Darin Householter; daughter, Colleen (Jason) Denham; 4 grandchildren, Nevelle, Eliza, Rex and Anthony Denham; brother, Mahlon (Cheryl) Householter; and sister, Rita (Jim) Guth.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandsons, Silas and Jed Denham.
Eldo was an active member at Rock Creek Bible Church in Congerville, IL, where he was a part of the Missions Committee and Kids Club.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 31, at Rock Creek Bible Church, from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 1, at 10 a.m., also at Rock Creek Bible Church. Pastor Phil Bachman will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Rock Creek Bible Church Missions Committee.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Eldo Householter
Darlene Mellinger
January 30, 2020
Jamie and family, so sorry for your sudden loss of Eldo. he was a kind, gentle , Godly man. My mother , Ethel Neuhauser, appreciated his services of driving the van in taking her to Hospital visits/appointments on many occasions, while she was a resident of Maple Lawn Home I know she received undivided attention by Eldo. As a 2nd cousin, I remember many yearly Householter Reunions/gatherings of playing together and getting acquainted with relatives. Such fond memories of great family that Eldo was a part of. May God's Peace and Comfort be with you all.
Molly Davis
January 30, 2020
Dear Jamie-We are lifting you and your family up in prayer, trusting God to comfort you.
Noel and Molly Davis
Jennifer and Kevin Lee
January 30, 2020
Jamie and Family,
We are so sorry for your families loss. Eldo was such a sweet man and always had a smile on his face that I remember from working at Maple Lawn. He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Darlene Melinger
January 30, 2020
So sorry for your sudden loss , Jamie and family..
I remember Eldo as being a kind , friendly , Godly man..My mother, Ethel Neuhauser, a resident at Maple Lawn Homes of 10 yrs, appreciated his help for her transportation to Eureka Hospital for services she needed on many occasion.. she looked forward to Eldo driving the van, and sure she got undivided attention.
I am a 2nd cousin, and have lived in Sterling for 62 yrs, but I grew up on a farm not far from Eldo's family in Eureka, and remember the fun yearly Householter Reunions held at Eureka College, 4-H grounds, Washburn Park and other places, where we got to know and interact with our Householter relatives.. Fond memories of wonderful families, Eldo included!
God's Peace and Comfort be with you all!
Darlene ( Neuhauser) Mellinger,
Sterling, IL
Dave and Kat Arnold
January 29, 2020
Jamie and family, we were sad to learn about Eldo and his sudden passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janine Rocke
January 28, 2020
Dear God, please hold Jamie and all her family in your loving armsgiving strength and grace for the days ahead. Your Son Jesus knows the sorrow they feel as humans; encourage them through Your Word and through the support of friends! Thank you, Jesus, for loving us all and preparing HEAVEN where we can one day be together again!
Terry and Debbie McCoy
January 28, 2020
We are so very sorry about the loss of Mr. Householter. We were passengers on the cruise with him, and we just wanted you to know that you are all in our prayers. We are asking the Lord to hold you close and comfort your hearts as only He can.
Susan Reynolds koeppel
January 28, 2020
I have considered Eldo my friend since grade school. He has always been one of the sweetest people I know. Most recently I would see him at maple lawn while my dad lived there. He was truly never changing. Jamie and family, my heartfelt prayers are with you for comfort.
January 28, 2020
Eldo was a great person who was a pillar in the community. He went out of his way to bring light and positivity to others. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Houch
Marlene Prather
January 28, 2020
Dear Jamie and family,
We were so sad of to hear of Eldo's passing. He was a very special man to so many. He always had a smile and kind words for anyone he met! Please take comfort, that he is resting in Jesus's arms. May God keep you and comfort you all...
Bob and Marlene Prather
Carol J Keel
January 28, 2020
I have known Eldo my whole life as we both attended Eureka schools and Roanoke Mennonite church . He was a good person, friendly, and interested in so many things. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and acquaintances.
Deepest sympathy to Eldos family.
Carol (Reeb) Keel
Lexington, KY
Nathan and Jennifer Hostetler
January 28, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Eldo was a dear man that touched many lives, including ours. Our prayers are with you all in this time of grief.
Bob Schumacher
January 27, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Householter families. May you find comfort in knowing many are praying for and have comfort Aldo was ready to meet his Lord. God bless!
Bob & Charlene
Michael & Jodi Blunier
January 27, 2020
Your family is in our prayers during this time of unexpected loss. He was a wonderful man and will be so missed. May God comfort your hearts.
Marilyn Walter
January 27, 2020
So, so sorry Jamie. Eldo was a wonderful, loving man.
Sara Charnesky
January 27, 2020
Jamie I was so sorry to hear about Eldo.. He always knew how to make me smile with a kind word. He will never be forgotten.
Mike Tracy
January 27, 2020
I was deeply saddened to hear about Eldo. He was a good friend end of mine all through Grade School and High School. We parted ways after high school but his friendship never faded over all the years. He always asked about me when ever he saw one of my relatives who remained in the area. My condolences to his family and loved ones.
January 27, 2020
Eldo was a man who genuinely lived his faith on a daily basis. He was always available to offer help to my mom, my sister, and me whenever needed. He will truly be missed.
Chris Phillips, EHS 66
Fort Collins, CO
Kathy Leman
January 27, 2020
Always enjoyed meeting Eldo when he would bring residents from Maple Lawn to the clinics at Eureka Hospital. Always a smile with some humor, no matter where you met him. Comfort and peace to the family.
Gary Welker
January 27, 2020
So sorry to hear about Eldo's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with him. May God shower His blessings and peace on his family.
Steve Bravieri
January 27, 2020
So very sorry to hear this. Prayers from my family to yours.
Penny Sides
January 27, 2020
Sending love and prayers to your whole family!
Amber Staulcup
January 27, 2020
I'm gonna miss his Lovely smile and Great Love of gardening. He'd come to garden at my place and asked if I wanted anything special to plant. I would say just make sure you planted tomatoes so I could have BLT's for the summer. He greeted me with a smile always and told me take what ever I wanted out of the garden. So sad to see a Blessed man go, he's with our Great Redeemer looking down smiling at us. Don't cry for you'll see me again soon have faith that you will carry on without me love you all.
LoriJean Wood
January 27, 2020
Jamie and family- We will truly miss Eldo! What a wonderful caring Christian man. Our kids still talk about the times that Eldo took them to the McDonalds play area! May our Loving Lord Jesus bring you comfort and peace. Doug & LoriJean Wood
Carrie Johnson
January 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss!! Eldo was certainly a genuinely kind soul and will be missed by everyone he touched in this life!! Rest in Heaven dear and faithful servant!!!
January 27, 2020
So sorry to hear of Eldo`s passing. Our thats and prayers to you all. fond memorys of the days when I shelled corn for Eldos Dad and uncle at the farm. Eldo would remind me of those hot days almost every time I saw him. May the Lord be your comforter in the days to come. Ernie Knecht
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