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Richard Elwell Obituary

Richard H. Elwell passed away at Namaste Alzheimers Center in Colorado Springs May 12, 2009. He was born June 9,1932 in Cedar Falls Iowa to Harold and Barbara (Brown) Elwell. Richard is survived by his wife Mavis (Bakken) Elwell; sons Michael, David; daughter Dawn; three grand children Matthew (Christina) Elwell, Amanda (Martin) Valenzuela, Jennifer (Nico) Valenzuela; six great grand children Ethan, Evan, Leila Valenzuela, Jayden, Madison, Nolan Elwell; brother Jack (Beverly) Elwell; many brothers and sisters in law; nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his son Rodney D. Elwell and his parents. Richard moved to Woodland Park Co. in 1956 and was employed by Park Hardware and operated Dick Elwells Electric until his retirement. He was a member of Community Fellowship of Christians Church. Special thanks to the staff at Namaste. Memorial Services will be held June 6, 2009, 1pm at the Community Fellowship of Christians, 39633 Highway 24, Lake George, Co. Please sign the guestbook at gazette.com/legacy.com.

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Published by The Gazette on May 31, 2009.

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Amanda Valenzuela

June 4, 2009

He was my grandfather and I thank God that he is in heaven with renewed mind, body, and spirit.

Joan and Ole Bakken

June 1, 2009

Dick was a quiet person but who was excellent company when you began to visit with him. We always enjoyed this kind, good man.

Our sympathies to the family.

Meg Case

May 31, 2009

Mavis, Michael, David and Dawn,

Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Very fondly,
Meg

Charlie and Helgi Oaks

May 31, 2009

Dick Elwell was a very fine man and we were privileged to know him. We send the family our love and heartfelt sympathy.

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