TaterHead Posted March 30, 2017 Share Posted March 30, 2017 Don Elms of Albuquerque has passed away this last Sunday. Don was a long time leader in the Albuquerque shooting sports, and a mentor to many. He will be missed. He was known for, among other things, his one-liners. My favorite has always been "This is America, you can do what you want." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NMBOpen Posted March 31, 2017 Share Posted March 31, 2017 Any additional info? Not found in Albuquerque Journal listings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaterHead Posted March 31, 2017 Author Share Posted March 31, 2017 Don has been with his son near Houston for the last year or so. Donald W. Elms, of, The Woodlands, passed away March 26, 2017. He was born in Evanston, Illinois on December 25, 1930. Donald graduated from Todd School of Boys Woodstock, Illinois in 1949. He was married to Hideko Tanizawa on November 15, 1955 until her passing on March 8, 1971, Donald then married Jean Tewksbury on September 15, 1972 until she passed on June 29, 2016. Donald served 30 years in the United States Army as a Combat Engineer. During his distinguished career, he served one tour in Korea and two tours in Vietnam. Donald received many awards and medals including the Purple Heart. Command Sergeant Major Elms retired in 1979 and lived in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, until the passing of his second wife, Jean. In July 2016, Donald moved to The Woodlands, TX to be close to his son, granddaughter and great-grandchildren. He was a lifetime member of NRA and had a passion for competitive rifle/pistol shooting, stamps, and hunting. He was preceded in death by his parents; Willard F. Elms and Dorothy M. Leber Elms and sister; Adrienne Swenson. He is survived by one son; Richard W. Elms, daughter; Nancy M. Warren, grandchildren; Ashley Elms Hayden, Kyle Warren, great-grandchildren; Bryce, Brynley, Brooke, Britton Hayden, and Valerie Warren. The family will have a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association to: Donald Elms, 54 E. Wedgemere Circle, The Woodlands, TX 77381 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted April 1, 2017 Share Posted April 1, 2017 Hello: Sorry to hear that. Don was always happy to be at the matches in Albuquerque when I lived there. He always complained about not being able to see the targets but when you saw his grouping on them you knew he knew how to shoot. Fun guy to be around as well. He told me that he had to shoot well since he couldn't run anymore. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Miles Posted April 26, 2017 Share Posted April 26, 2017 Don will ALWAYS get style points in my book! You are missed sir! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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