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Alec Elmquist Obituary
Born May 5, 1997, in Kingston, son of Rudy Elmquist, Gouldsboro, and Michelle Frayne Elmquist, Roaring Brook Twp., Alec was a 2015 graduate of North Pocono High School and presently was enrolled at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, N.Y.
Alec was affiliated with the Moscow United Methodist Church.
Also surviving are his sisters, Amy M. Elmquist, Roaring Brook Twp.; and Ashley M. Sabella and husband, Michael, Hubert, North Carolina; a brother, Austin M. Elmquist, Gouldsboro; niece, Shay Sabella; paternal grandparents, Rudy Elmquist Sr. and Patricia Graham Elmquist, Red Bank, N.J.; aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Michael and Dianne Frayne.
Funeral services will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. from the Duffy & Snowdon Funeral Home, 401 Church St., Moscow, and church service being offered following interment at Moscow United Methodist Church, 126 Church St. Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst Twp.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 at the funeral home. For online condolences, visit the funeral home's website.
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Mary Lindner
November 29, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
January 1, 2017
Rudy and Michelle,
Our Prayers are with you two and Alec. May GOD be gracious to you ALL!
Ed & Katherine Kostrna
Ken Kostrna
December 30, 2016
Dear Rudy and Family
I was totally stuck by the news of Alec when Rudy told me. The Elmquist family and I have been friends for a long time. I will pray that The LORD will be with you at this diffucalt time.
Barbara Harakal
December 23, 2016
Rudy shells austin amy an ashley im sorryi didnt write sooer but i am so sorry for this horrble situation he was an amazing young man that touched all of us in so many ways but i want to thank you rudy an michelle for allowing me to have the most amazing relationship with him an ill treasure all the times he stayed with me an the greatest times we shared we defiently had a special bond an i miss him like crazy but he is with god an the angels an is always with everyone im here for you all an love you all very much
Melanie Dingman
December 13, 2016
Rudy, Michelle and family, just received news today on the passing of Alec. Our hearts ache for your loss. Such a beautiful soul taken home to heaven. May God comfort you and surround you with peace and knowledge that he holds your son in his embrace.
Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with you.
Love always,
Melanie, Mike and Marina Dingman
Arlene Roeland
December 7, 2016
Rudy and Family- Praying for peace in your pain. With sincere sympathy-
Tom Jeffery
December 7, 2016
Michelle, Rudy, I am so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you.
Anita Nealon
December 7, 2016
Rudy, Michelle and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the love and support of your family and friends help heal your hearts. Love never forgets.
Theresa Ingalls
December 7, 2016
Rudy, Michele and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother. I will keep Alec and your family in my prayers.
Jonathan and Michele Christ
December 6, 2016
Rudy, Michelle and family, we're very sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God guide you through this difficult time.
Jake Horne
December 6, 2016
Alec was a very sweet guy and always there for me, I'll miss him.
Daisy Vallely
December 6, 2016
Forever in my heart, and forever roaming with a piece of my heart. I love you always, Alec.
Debra Freeman
December 6, 2016
Rest In Peace Alec. You will be missed. Rudy and Michele, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Xo
Diane, Tommy, Sammie & Natalie Hettrick
December 6, 2016
Michelle, Rudy, Ashley, Austin and Amy: I am truly sorry the loss and pain you are feeling over Alec. My heart is broken for each of you and I pray that the wonderful memories you have of him will somehow bring you some peace in the future. My love, thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.
Peggy Ann Hettrick
December 6, 2016
Michelle, Rudy, Ashley, Austin and Amy: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Remember Alec will live on in your hearts and memories. RIP
Linda Buehler
December 6, 2016
To My Uncle Rudy , Aunt Pat, Cousin Rudy, Michelle, Austin, Amy and Ashley. I deeply feel for you and all your family and friends. Although I never met Alec, I grieve for the loss of such a young life and experiences all your family will miss with Alec in the future. Life is so unpredictable. I know you will cherish all the memories you had with Alec. Take care of yourselves. Love ❤Linda Buehler and family
Ellen Hinton
December 6, 2016
Alec.. A piece of you will live on in all of the lives you have touched. My deepest condolences to the Elmquist family. Rest in eternal peace son. We love you.
Robert and Paula Abel
December 5, 2016
So, so sorry for the lost of your son, Alec. Rudy, your son Alec, and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest sympathy.
mary lindner
December 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Alec is special person loving, kind, and caring soul. He will be deeply missed.
Mike Swider
December 5, 2016
Michelle and Rudy, Words cannot describe the grief I feel for you...your Friend always
Shawn McLaughlin
December 5, 2016
You managed to somehow put a smile on everyone's face, no matter who they were. You were the kind of person who never failed to put others first before yourself, and I've always admired that about you. I love you and miss you dearly. To Amy, Austin, Michelle, and Rudy: I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know my family and I are here to support.
Geraldine wittmann
December 5, 2016
Rest in peace alec,you are loved by many.
Brandon Evans
December 5, 2016
Love you brother! Your smile will be missed. I am praying for you and your family!
Mary Rose Hanisch
December 5, 2016
You will be missed! Even though I only had the pleasure of knowing you for a short time you touched my life in such an amazing way! Rest in peace!
Alex Robitaille
December 5, 2016
I will forever and always remember our little chats and laughs. Thank you for everything, Alec. I love you.
Andrew Breitel
December 5, 2016
You touched my heart, and many other of your friends and family in ways I can't describe. You were always the one to cheer someone up or make them laugh. My deepest sympathy goes out to your loving family.
Loren Lucyk
December 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss. He was one of the most beautiful souls I've had the privilege to meet.
Lorri Dutks
December 5, 2016
Alec you will be missed terribly.
Tim Foley
December 5, 2016
Michelle, sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Kelly Williams
December 5, 2016
Rudy, So sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Davida Berkowitz
December 5, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May his memory be for a blessing. xo always Davida Berkowitz and family
sarah young
December 5, 2016
You will live on through the lives you touched in your short time on this earth and forever be in our hearts. I'll never forget your smile or your amazing humor. Rest in Peace.
Wendy Barron
December 5, 2016
My deepest sympathies to your family. May you find peace with each other during this difficult time.
Russell Van Nostrand
December 5, 2016
Rudy,
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Kavanagh Family
December 5, 2016
Our heartfelt condolences to the Elmquist family. We are saddened by this unexpected tragedy.
The community mourns our loss.
Rest in eternal peace, Alec.
Soar with the angels, Godspeed!
Danielle Shearin
December 5, 2016
My family and I offer our condolences to your family, we pray for your hearts to heal and find comfort in your memories.
Lauren Cavalchire
December 5, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Alec you were an amazing person and I'm so glad I had the pleasure of meeting you and being able to hang out with you. You will truly be missed! Rest in Paradise! Xoxo
Maureen Freeman
December 5, 2016
My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
Mark Bartkowski Jr
December 5, 2016
Goodbye Alec. You were loved and will always be loved by many. <3
Debi Cantiello
December 5, 2016
Rudy
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. There are no words to help with your pain but try to find comfort in all the happy memories you shared with your son.
Blessings of peace to you and your family at this time.
Laura DeFilippi
December 5, 2016
Rest In Peace sweet Alec. You were loved so very much. ❤❤
Donna Hartnett
December 5, 2016
Rudy, Michelle, Ashley, Austin and Amy -- My heart is so heavy and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know how unimaginable this seems. I know he is looking down and watching over everyone as your guardian angel. He will always be in our hearts and there will always be fond memories. Let your faith keep you strong but still grieve as it is part of the way we move forward. Love you!!
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