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David Elsen Obituary
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul's AME Church at 85 M.L. King Ave, St Augustine, FL 32084.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul's AME Church.
Craig Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Grace DeLaughter
October 21, 2025
It is a blessing & privilege to remember David and his family, and to reread his beautiful obituary. Susan was on my heart recently because it is Breast Cancer Awareness Week. I miss them; but my heart is warmed as I think of their children!
Sending love!
philip
October 21, 2025
Terrible they both died so young! Hard to fathom
Grace DeLaughter
October 23, 2023
Just wanted to share that I spent some time rereading a beautiful testimony David's wife, Susan, shared with me (and many others I'm sure) regarding her faith and the strength and freedom it gave her during her illness. It encouraged me once again! Sending love and asking for God's blessings on their children and all of their loved ones. See you one fine day in heaven, David.
Mark Ingebretsen
March 25, 2014
I was very sorry to belatedly hear of David's death. I first met David in nursery school in Evanston; our families stayed in touch. As an adolescent, I attended Honey Rock Camp in Wisconsin with him, and have very fond memories of a week spent at the family's vacation home after camp ended. I attended the Explo '72 conference with him in Dallas, Texas. And, finally, we attended Wheaton College together. I had lost touch with David, but I've never forgotten our simple, uncomplicated childhood friendship, nor the warmth and welcome of his family. May light perpetual shine upon him now.
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Margy Callaghan
February 23, 2014
From the day Heather(Susan) brought you to St. Augustine, I knew you were a very special man with a heart like no other. You will be missed by many. In the arms of angels and with your wife forever... I will miss our phone calls and visits. Your children remain in my prayers always.
Bertie Morris
November 15, 2013
I worked with Dave at HRH Cable Services. He was a great person. I will miss seeing his smiling face.
Eileen & Ken Stein
November 5, 2013
His legacy is one of beauty, spirit, intelligence, and compassion: the children.
Grace DeLaughter
November 2, 2013
Dear Family,
I was so saddened to hear of David's death. It has been several years since I saw and spoke with him. We were church family back at Trinity, and Susan and I became friends. Seeing his picture reminds me of David's kindness and gentleness. May your hearts be comforted and strengthened by Christ's peace and assurance of eternal life.
November 2, 2013
Oh David, I am going to miss our almost daily chats,you hanging out of your car window and me on the porch. Your loving neighbor, Kathleen Lamb
Jeremy Harris
October 31, 2013
He was a great man and better Father. He had so much love for his kids. I only got to know him for a short time but he made a big impact on me. I will miss you my friend!
Phil Forrester
October 28, 2013
I am saddened to hear of his passing on so young. I hope he and Susan will be happy together at last. Life is like a flickering flame in the winds of time. I will remember him fondly even though we butted heads a few times!
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