“Ed” Edwin L. Elderkin
Ed was born on Nov. 10, 1943 to Leland and Doris (VanAlstine) Elderkin. He attended school in WI Dells.
He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Diane Coon Elderkin; sisters: Karen(Michael)Todd, Florida, and Elizabeth Mae(John) Franklin, WI Dells; Brother and Sister- in-laws: Duane & Holly Coon, Colorado, Donna & Ned Wood, WI Dells, Delores & George Benish, WI Dells, Dennis & Marion Coon, Arkansas. Nephews and Nieces Danny & Tracy Schweda, WI Dells; Michelle Schweda & Dan, WI Dells; Michael & Dawn Wood, Beaver Dam; Marcy & Curt Jackson, WI Dells.; Chris & Meghan Coon, New Glarus; Scott & Emilie Rockwell, WI Dells; ElizaBeth & Jeremy Hendricksen, Arkdale; Toni Hale, WI., Laura Jones, Fl; Brenda & (Tom) Benak, MD.; and many, Many Great Nieces and Nephews. Special neighbors Dave and Jim. Friend Scott M., his good old boys at the office, many numerous friends and relatives.
Preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Warren & Elizabeth Coon, brother Donald, nephew Walter Elderkin, Brother-in-laws Michael Schweda, David Wilcox.
Ed’s favorite memories were his childhood time spent with Grandpa swimming & fishing daily in the WI River with his dog. Ed loved fast/loud cars when he was young. Ed worked at Greenwood’s Garage, Kilbourn Machine, and Logged for many years. It was well known Ed could repair or fix just about anything. When Ed Retired he started running his own farming operation for several years and proved he could grow corn with the best of ‘em. He loved to weld and make things, watch his crops and garden grow. He enjoyed rides around the farm in the UTV with Diane and their dog Maggie. He could be found many afternoons out socializing, where he enjoyed meeting people and discussing anything from farming, machines, and the weather to politics. Ed will be greatly missed by the many people he came to know.
Special Thanks to Neighbor Dave, Jim, Stella & Todd, Larry R. & Scott M. for assisting with the little things to help out while Ed was in Zion, SSM, St. Clare, & UW Hospital’s. Thank you to the St. Clare, UW Hospital ICU-Critical Care Unit Surgeons, Doctors & Nurses. 5th Floor Nurses and staff during this difficult time. The care and compassion was greatly appreciated.
Visitation will be held at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 18, 2018 at 10 a.m. until the time of Service at 11 a.m. at Davis Corners United Methodist Church, Town of Jackson, Adams County, Wisconsin. Pastor Lee Bushweiler and Pastor Wesley Jacob will be officiating. Interment will be at the Davis Corners Cemetery, Town of Jackson, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Diane, my thoughts have been with you since Ed’s passing. I’m so sorry for your loss.
sorry for your loss
Diane, My deepest sympathy for the passing of your dear Ed. my thoughts are with you during this very sad time. God Bless you & your Family.
So very sorry for your loss Diane.
So sorry to here of ED’s death he was a good man.
Had some good laughs with him.
We wish to convey our sincere condolences on your loss. Cherish all the wonderful memories.
So sorry Diane…sending love & prayers to you.
Liz and families,
Our thoughts are with you. In time you will all the good memories.
My prayers go out to you.
Prayers and love to you and the family Diane. So sorry for your loss.
Ken and I send our sympathy, Diane, to your entire family. However, we won’t be able to make the service on Thursday. Love in Christ, Marci
Diane so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear this sad news, Diane. My sympathy to you.
Diane, Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your husband. To the family and friends so sorry for your loss. Prayers and will be thinking of you…..hugs.
Diane,
Bob Bescup called me this morning at work with the news that your husband Ed had passed away.
It seems that Bob always gets to break the bad family news to me.
Please accept Vicki’s and my sincere condolences for your loss.
We are thinking of you; stay strong.
Sincerely,
Les & Vicki Gay
Diane so sorry to hear about your loss of your love one. He will be deeply missed.
Our prays and our with you. Tim had some good times with him. He is loved by many
He will be missed by all.
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to Diane and the whole family.
So absolutely sorry Diane for your loss.I know he will be sorely missed by one and all.things won’t be the same not seeing him in “his”chair & Maggie by his side.lol
Diane, sympathy to you and the family. He’ll be missed by many.
So very sorry for your loss Diane. Know you’re in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss! He put up s good fight!you and you family are in my thoughts and prayers!
So sorry to hear, Diane. Den and I are in Arizona and feel bad we can’t be there for you. I know your faith, family and friends with get you through this sad time. Just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis & Jan Dorow
Our deepest sympathy Diane, I have known Ed for a long time must be 40 years or more he was always willing to help was always interested in farming , and what we were doing and we had some good times over the years Take care Diane
Diane, we are so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. If you need anything please let us know!
Diane, I am so very sorry for your loss. May Gods healing hand be upon you now and in the days ahead. May all the wonderful love filled memories sustain you for the time to come. Surround yourself with the people you love and find comfort in them. Blessings my friend.
Your have my deepest sympathy and will be my thoughts and prayers, Diane! May God walk with you through this difficult time.
We will miss our neighbor and friend!
Deepest sympathies to Diane and family and to Mae and Karen and families.
Our prayers and sympathy go out to the family.
So sorry for your loss over the years I have come to think of you and Ed like family. I will have many warm and humorous memories that I will hold near n dear to my heart. I truely believe he will always be with you and everyone else he touched.
Diane & Family, we are so sorry… praying for comfort & His Peace.
Our deepest sympathy to Diane and family!
Diane, sorry for your loss. Take care, God Bless
So sorry for the loss of a great man. He was loved by many.Ed will be missed by a lot of us. God speed Ed.
Many good memories of Ed at “Headquarters”. Ed was always willing to listen and have a conversation with you, no matter the subject or who you were. It was not unlike Ed and Diane to stop by your house and have a beer with you on a nice afternoon while they were out for a drive. Ed will be missed, he was one of the good guys. So sorry for your loss Diane, as well as ours.
So sorry for the families loss
Our sincerest sympathy Diane & family. Remember the good times.
We’re so glad that we had Ed as a neighbor. It was always an entertaining neighborhood with Ed around. I loved to see him driving around with his beloved Maggie. Diane – we’re all here for you!!
So sorry on your loss