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Max Eldred Obituary
CHESTERFIELD - Max D. Eldred, 68, of Chesterfield died at 7:35 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2007, at his home.
He was born Oct. 9, 1938, in Chesterfield, the son of James Melvin and Nelle Schuetz Eldred. He married Polly Boydstun on Sept. 23, 1966, in Godfrey.
Mr. Eldred graduated from Carlinville High School in 1956 and Eastern Illinois University in 1961, majoring in botany and education. He did graduate work at the University of Illinois. He taught science and P.E. and coached at North Junior High in Alton for 20 years. He was a professional bird dog trainer. He was a member of Carlinville United Methodist Church, Field Trial Clubs of Illinois, Piasa Pointer and Setter Club, Macoupin County Field Trial Club and Southwestern Field Trial Club. He won numerous Illinois Dog of the Year awards. He judged and reported field trial championships all over the Midwest.
Surviving are his wife, Polly Eldred of Chesterfield; two sons, Jim Eldred (Kelly) of Staunton and Jeff Eldred (Micah) of Carlinville; a grandson, Max Eldred; brother, Jon Eldred (Kate) of Carlinville; mother-in-law, Tish Butler of Mount Dora, Fla.; and a niece and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2007, at Davis-Anderson Funeral Home in Carlinville. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2007, at Carlinville United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Loomis Cemetery in Chesterfield.
Memorials may be made to Carlinville United Methodist Church, Loomis Cemetery or a charity of the donor's choice.
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Viki Leefers
June 24, 2007
Polly, Jeff and Jim (and Family)
I am so sorry for your loss and want you to know that you are in my prayers.
Deana (Dowland) Riemann
June 20, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amy Stinnett/Gomez
June 20, 2007
Jim & Family, I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. How wonderful that you named your son in his honor. I hope that your love for your son reminds you how much your father loved you and brings you comfort.
Nina Wills
June 19, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Max's family. Max was such a good friend throughout our school years and so active in helping the class of '56 in all that we did. He will be missed so much.
Sincerely,
Bob and Nina (David) Wills
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Jim Crouse
June 19, 2007
The Eldred Family, Max and I shared many a good time at field trials. I always had a great deal of respect for him and enjoyed his company as well as the competition. I learned of this tragic event at the AFTCA meeting this past weekend in Chicago. The group was certainly saddened by this unfortunate news. My most sincere sympathy during this trying time. May God bless.
Frank and David Masko
June 18, 2007
Polly and Family,
Max will be greatly missed by all field trialers, hunters, and friends. He was an honest, fair, and tough competitor that made the outdoor life more enjoyable for all of us. We all knew we had to improve to compete with Max. His contributions to all field trials will never be forgotten.
Kimberly Amend
June 18, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Max will be missed greatly in the field trial community. From your friends at Gateway GSP Club.
Patty Benton
June 18, 2007
Polly & Entire Family: I want you to know how sad I am about Max's passing. I've known him since childhood & I will never forget his easy going, shy character. I would love to be there today, but perhaps we can visit at a later time. I know things are very hectic & overwhelming at this time. My thoughts & prayers are with you and yours. I will be in touch. Love, Patty Benton
ralph tebbe
June 18, 2007
Polly & Family: Our sincere sympathy to all on your loss of Max. He was a great classmate and friend to all of 1956 CHS and will be missed. Our prayers are with you all. Max will take care of the dogs in heaven now.Ralph & Rose Tebbe.
Chad and Crystal Carty
June 18, 2007
Polly,
We just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you, and most importantly we are praying for you and your family. God is so good and will bless and comfort you in this time (Mathew 5:4).
With Love,
Neveta Salmons
June 18, 2007
The Field Trial Clubs of Illinois deeply regret the early passing of Max Eldred. We will miss his input at the meetings as well as attendance at all field trial events.
FTCI Officers & Directors
Gene & Neveta Salmons
June 18, 2007
We have always enjoyed being around Max. He will be deeply missed. He has been a great judge and dog trainer and will always be in our thoughts.
Deborah, Jim and Landon Starr
June 18, 2007
Dear Polly,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you be blessed with the comfort of the memories that you built together.
Christie & Ron Young
June 18, 2007
We can say no more than he was a wonderful friend, companion, and individual we shall always admire and remember. National Red Setter Field Trial Club officers and officials.
Terry Werner
June 18, 2007
Polly and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Max's death. We are keeping you in our prayers and our thoughts at this time and in the days ahead.
Bill and Terry Werner
Juanita Angelo Bilbruck
June 18, 2007
Polly and Family--
You are in my thoughts and prayers as you walk through this sudden loss of Max. Treasure his legacy for family and those of us who knew him--one of concern for others, one of service wherever needed, one of optimism and laughter. God touch you-all and hold you close! So glad I saw him at Class of '56 reunion last year.......
Garvin Collins
June 18, 2007
Max always enjoyed his field trial dogs and did well with them. He was enjoyable to be around. My condolences to the family.
Keith and Kathy Pierce
June 18, 2007
Keith and I met Max when we got our first English Setter, Zoie. We appreciated the pointers he gave to us on our new puppy and thought he was a very kind person. Even though we only knew him a short time, we were always able to talk to him by telephone, and he was always willing to give advice.
Lenda Sarginson
June 18, 2007
Polly, Jim, Jeff and Little Max,
You have our thoughts and prayers at this time of your loss. Lenda and Dave Sarginson
Rod & Karen Dowell
June 18, 2007
Polly, Jon and family
We extend our deep sympathy and keeping you in our Prayers
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