Ernest Thomas Elmore

ELMORE, Ernest Thomas

Of Satuma, Florida

Formerly of Kalamazoo

Died on December 15, 2008. Tom was born on June 15, 1932, the eldest son of Ernie and Fran Elmore. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Steve; and beloved daughter, Christine. Surviving are his wife of 20 years, Shirley (McBrayer) Elmore; brother and sisters Doris Elaine (Melvin) Klooster, Barbara (Jerry) James, Judy (Douglas) Ledbetter and John (Karen) Elmore; children, Diana (Steven) Monck, Edward (Angie) Elmore, Cheryl Elmore DeCaire, Carol (David) Tucker and Julie Elmore; grandchildren, Christina and Jacob Elmore, Michael and Arron Stephenson, David, Brandon and Carrie Tucker; great-grandchildren, Logan, Morgan, Christian, Noah and Alerah. Tom enjoyed his life in Florida where he was able to deep sea fish and garden. He was an active member of the Crescent City Moose Lodge and served as its Governor. A memorial service will be held January 3, 2009 at the Crescent City Moose Lodge. Memorials may be sent to Moose Lodge Charities in Tom's name.