of Melbourne, AR
March 12, 1939 - September 3, 2010
Cecil Frederick Elrod, 71, of Melbourne, died Friday, September 3, 2010 at his home. He was born March 12, 1939, in Joiner, Arkansas to Roy Cecil Elrod and Hazel Crochran Elrod, who preceded him in death.
Cecil was retired from the United States Navy, after 22 years of service. While in the Navy, he served as an aviation mechanic, and served during the Vietnam War. After retiring from the Navy, he worked for Tops Shoes as a manager and sales person; he also was a partner in a bread distribution business. He was a member of the Cornerstone Baptist Church, where he served as an usher and did the puppet ministry for several years.
Cecil loved to shop for antiques, which he bought and sold, and he loved the history behind the antiques. He was a very honest and loyal man to all who knew him, loved his country and the United States Navy dearly, was devoted to his wife, and a true friend to many people.
He his survived by his wife, Della Mae Sneathern Elrod, a son: Denny Elrod of Melbourne, three brothers: Roy Elrod of Horseshoe Bend, Larry Elrod and Jerry Elrod both of Melbourne; and a sister, Sonja Rebecca Wilkins of Marked Tree, four grandchildren, Bo Elrod, Cecily Elrod, Jonah Elrod, and Logan Elrod; and many other relatives and friends.
A Memorial service will be Tuesday, September 7, 2010, at the Cornerstone Baptist Church, at 11:00 a.m. with Brother Elvis Sneathern and Brother Rick Brooks officiating.
Honorary pallbearers are Billy Cowan, Haywood Britt, Joe Ed Ashburn, Jerry Morris, Jimmy Bennett, W.C. Evans, Larry Lee, Joel Brown, and David Dickerson.
The family requests memorials be made to the charity or organization of your choice.
Cremation services by Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Melbourne.
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13 Condolence(s)
Terri & Wayne Scott
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
I am so shocked to see you are gone. We had some good times in Japan. You were always kind and thoughtful to me and my family. We will really miss you.
Scott Barnum
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss, Cecil was the mos helpful person for two young sailors. Bill Henrie and Scott Barnum are grateful for the friendship and help he and his family provided to us young boys. We enjoyed our time in Norfolk thanks to Cecil and Della. We will keep you in our prayers Della.
Neil Olan
Thursday, September 9, 2010
My sincerest condolences to all of Cecil's family and friends. Thank you for providing the guestbook and memorial video: it's helped my see what a wonderfulful life Cecil led and his love and times with Della and Denny.
Katy Hattenhauer
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Cecil was a great leader, role model, and friend. He was a joy to be around and he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the friends and family in this difficult time.
Bill Worsham
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
You have my deepest sympathy.
Amanda Kalahiki
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Cecil was one of the nicest people I have ever met, a good friend to my parents. He was a good christian role model.
He loved his wife and family and was kind to everyone.
He will be missed
Betty
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Denny my sympathy to you and your family in the lost of your love one.
He may be gone in body, but his memories will live forever in your heart.
God Bless
Betty Webb
Monday, September 6, 2010
You have my deepest sympathy. Will be thinking about your family.
June Ramsey
Monday, September 6, 2010
Denny to you and all the family you have our deepest sympathy. may God Bless all the family.
Junebug
Mark Jeffery
Monday, September 6, 2010
Non sibi sed patriae
Janet Ryburn
Monday, September 6, 2010
He will be missed. I had such respect for him. He was a good man and friend. A very dear person.
Cindy Goodwin
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Cecil you will be so missed by family and friends. You always made your friends feel like family and we loved you so much. You were a father to me and Della a mother from the day I met you on the other side of the world. I will remember your sense of humor, your love of God, family and friends, and your life long service to our country. Until we meet again Cecil know that my family and I will never forget you.
Kenny Lee
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Cecil is one of my favorite people I have ever met. I remember him most for his love of kids, humor and God.