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ELDON HEATH ADDY
January 23, 1915 October 25, 2018
Eldon Addy of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2018. He was 103 years old. Born on January 23, 1915, in McClouth, KS, he is survived by his son, Don and his wife Susan, of Colorado Springs; his daughter, Cathryn of Hartford, CT; granddaughters, Meegan Bennett (Adam) of Arvada, CO; Lauren Langfitt (Quentin), Lenexa, KS; and Taylor Addy, Dallas, TX. Survived also by great grand children Mae and Otto Langfitt. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Dorothy Rumbeck, of Kansas City, MO. He graduated in 1937 from Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS, and later served as a Trustee for 10 years. In 1938 he moved to Detroit, MI, to take a position in the motor freight industry. In 1944, he moved the family to Lawrence, KS where he was the manager of the Bowersock Flour Mill. He relocated to Wichita, KS in 1946 to become sales manager for the Kansas Milling Company, retiring from the milling industry in 1993. Subsequent to his milling career, he took a position with the Wichita Chamber of Commerce and managed the Kansas Junior Livestock Show for 20 years. He was formerly President of the Wichita Rotary Club, and a Rotary District Governor for the State of Kansas. He loved to build things, having built over 75 grandmother and grandfather clocks for relatives, friends, and charities. He dedicated one to the US Army at Ft. Carson, CO, where it still stands today. A private interment ceremony will be held in Ozawkie, KS.
In lieu of flowers, gifts to the Ottawa University Alumni Association Scholarship Fund are preferred.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 28, 2018.

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Peri (Parenteau) Saner

January 1, 2022

Eldon was one of the few people who befriended my Dad during his final years of life. Dad spoke so highly of Eldon; when I met him at Dad's funeral we became fast friends. I enjoyed helping him build his clocks. He trusted me with his band saw! I continued to visit Eldon even when he moved to the care home. I miss him much.

Martha King

November 6, 2018

Dear Cathy, Don,and family,
I was so fortunate to feel like I was part of your family in Wichita, and my memories of "Daddy Addy" are endless. They are also always joined with memories of your mother. I can picture your home, our campsites, our times together. My folks so enjoyed Eldon's clock in our living room. Dad enjoyed sharing Dad's Weekend with Eldon at 1819 Toad Road, as they called it. Stories, humor, sweetness and love. Such a wonderful man. Such a wonderful life. Sending hugs.
Martha Crane King

November 6, 2018

Dear Cathryn, What a remarkable man! While he lived a wonderful long life, it's so hard to say goodbye. We are so sorry for this great loss to you. In sympathy, Michael and Carlee Drummer

Dianne Williams

November 2, 2018

My condolences to Cathryn and the Addy family. How blessed to have him for so many years.

October 31, 2018

My condolences to the family, may the God of comfort and peace sustain you during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7

Cathy Hyson

October 31, 2018

So very sorry to hear of Mr Addy's passing. He was a true gentleman and always had a smile. Really enjoyed working with him at Ross Milling/Cargill. Love to visit with him at the Christmas parties and hear about his newest clock he'd been working on. Prayers to you all.

JMS

October 30, 2018

So sorry to hear of your loss. May the God of comfort give you the needed peace and strength at this most difficult time

Patrick Thiessen

October 30, 2018

Don/Cathryn: Jim Beach informed me that your father had passed at the age of 103. I have thought of him frequently during the past years hoping that all was going well with him. Eldon was an outstanding example for all of us regarding the kind of person we should be. I know he encouraged me more times than I can count & I valued his friendship. I'll be 91 in February and living in a care-home, LakePoint-Augusta. I hope you will send ([email protected])an email address or phone # where I can reach you or Cathryn. Very best regards, Pat Thiessen

October 29, 2018

Offering my condolences. As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken heart (Psalm 147:3), may your treasured memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

Rhonda Davis

October 29, 2018

It was my privilege to know Mr. Addy, to have him as a client and to be the recipient of one of his clocks!! His attention to detail was amazing. He was always kind and caring. Loved having him as a part of our Edward Jones branch.

Sandy Schreiber

October 29, 2018

Always a true a gentleman. Mr. Addy touched so many lives. I'll remember his ever genuine smile.

Tom Martin

October 29, 2018

The finest gentleman ever! I'll miss him

Catholic Care CNA

October 28, 2018

It was a pleasure to care and know his guy.

October 28, 2018

My condolences to the Addy family. It was a privledge to be part of Eldon and your lives during his time in CO Spgs.
Julie Dominguez

October 28, 2018

COndolences, don, on the lose if your Dad after a long life. R J Gump

Suzie Ahlstrand

October 28, 2018

Eldon was a wonderful friend, a gentle person but kind. He will be missed by those he touched over his long life. I am blessed to have worked with him.

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