Max H. Elkins

1939 - 2016

Max H. Elkins obituary, 1939-2016

BORN

1939

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

3700 North Germantown Parkway

Bartlett, Tennessee

Max Elkins Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 13, 2016.

Max H. Elkins, 77 years old of Bartlett, TN, passed away suddenly Thursday morning, October 13, 2016. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Hayti, MO to Cletus Lewis Elkins and Edna Treece Elkins. Mr. Elkins was a graduate of Tech High where he met the love of his life, Sue Vickers Elkins. They celebrated their marriage and family for 57 years. Mr. Elkins retired from Tubelite Company 17 years ago where he served as Vice President. He thoroughly enjoyed his retirement with Sue where they spent time with family, attended numerous activities for their grandchildren, hosted many celebrations with family and friends, enjoyed working in their yard together, and the University of Memphis Tigers. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Patricia Elkins Bryson. He is survived by his wife, Sue, daughters Lisa Elkins Borodkin (Larry), Lori Elkins Copeland (Shane), grandchildren, Tara Copeland, Kara Copeland Walls, Benjamin L. Borodkin, Stephen R. Borodkin, and Andrew Copeland, great grandchildren, Eason Walls, Cayden Holland-Copeland, and Beau Walls. He also leaves behind a sister, Betty Elkins Morgan. Visitation will take place at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N Germantown Parkway on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 1 p.m with services to immediately follow at 2. Interment will be in Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome.net

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November 6, 2016

Three week ago today Daddy we said goodbye --- our hearts are shattered. Love and miss you with all of our hearts.

October 15, 2016

Max you were a very good guy and I am truly sorry that you have left us. Ducky Stigall

October 15, 2016

Amos Bradsher

So very sorry for your loss. We didn't see you (Sue) and Max often, but we have special memories of those few times. Our sympathy and prayers to you and your family. It is so sad to lose a cousin...another crack in the family tree branch. Be comforted by your memories and God's love. Dottie and Amos Bradsher

October 15, 2016

Christi Jacques

In the Family Tree, Max was my cousin because our Mom's were sisters but he always seemed like so much more. He was like a special little brother to my Mom. He always took time to call and check on her, make sure she was OK and didn't need anything. She would make him a "Honey-Do" and he & Sue would come to Hot Springs, AR and tackle the list.Can't say enough good things about Max, the husband,father, grandfather ,brother, Uncle & cousin to so many.You will Be Missed. Love, Christi Worley Jacques

October 14, 2016

Elaine and Tom McAdams

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about the death of Max .
It was our honor to call him a friend and a great (chocolate pie maker)
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tom and Elaine

October 14, 2016

LeAnne Scallions

Just a beautiful person. One of the sweetest kindest men I know. My prayers that God will grant you peace and solace in this time of sorrow.

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Oct

16

Visitation

1:00 p.m.

Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133

Oct

16

Service

2:00 p.m.

Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133

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3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN 38133

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