MSG (Ret) Donald Matthew McElroy Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

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Donald Matthew McElroy was born June 8, 1932 in Brooklyn, New York where he grew up and graduated from high school. Shortly after graduation, Don entered the United States Army. He served his country faithfully until his retirement on August 1, 1972 after 22 years of service having attained the rank of Master Sergeant. He continued to serve his country as a civil service employee on Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He worked as a mechanic for a time and also in the laundry and retired. On May 15, 1978, Don was united in marriage to Alice Olemberio on Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. They shared over 39 years of marriage together and many wonderful memories. Don passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in the Buffalo Prairie Care Center of Buffalo, Missouri having attained the age of 85 years. He will be sadly missed by all those that knew and loved him. Don leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Alice McElroy of the home; three sons: Michael McElroy of Buckhorn, MO, David McElroy of Waynesville, MO and Noel Ray McElroy of Vernon Hills, IL; one daughter: Laura Davis of North Port, FL; nine grandchildren; five great grandchildren; several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside services with military honors were held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2017 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery of Waynesville with Father John Groner officiating. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Don McElroy and may be left at the funeral home.

MSG (Ret) Donald Matthew McElroy

June 8, 1932 - July 11, 2017