Elmer L Wulf Jr.

1939 - 2017

Elmer L Wulf Jr. obituary, 1939-2017, Lexington, IL

BORN

1939

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

East Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

1102 Airport Road

Bloomington, Illinois

Elmer Wulf Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 30, 2017.

LEXINGTON – Elmer L. Wulf, Jr. 78, of Bloomington, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017 at his residence.

Elmer was born June 23, 1939, in Bloomington, the son of Elmer and Sylvia (Miller) Wulf. He married Mary Batterton on March 10, 1961. She survives.

Also surviving are their two daughters, Echo Fisher and Jill (Mark) Kastello, both of Bloomington; four grandchildren, Keegan, Tia, Alexis, and Eric Fisher; two brothers, Jerry and Mike Wulf. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Daniel Wulf; two sisters, Linda and Pat; and a brother, Bob "Bumpy".

Elmer (went by Larry) attended Octavia High School where he was an All-Conference football player. After high school, he worked for Illinois Graphics Printing Company. Later in life, Elmer and Mary owned Circle Type printing company for over 20 years. He was the mayor of Cooksville and also a volunteer fire fighter. Elmer had a passion for the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He was known throughout the community for being very generous with a great sense of humor. He loved his daughters dearly and was very proud of them. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren.

A funeral service will take place at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, August 5, 2017 at East Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation will take place two hours prior to the service. Burial will follow the service in Wiley Cemetery, Colfax. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or to the Central Illinois Small Animal Shelter, 29738 E 1400 North Rd, Colfax, IL 61728. Online condolences may be shared with the family at eastlawn-bloomington.com.

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August 5, 2017

Sherry Graehling

I remember with great fondness working with Larry, Mary and Echo when I brought work in to have typeset. Such a blessing that Larry was always patient and kind, no matter what it was that I requested! I am truly sorry for your family's loss but join you in treasuring his memory.

August 4, 2017

John Brown

My condolences and prayers go out to all your family. I was a friend of Echo's in her high school days.
Sincerely, John Brown

August 4, 2017

Michelle Aspbury

I'm sorry for your family's loss. He sounded like a great dad! Cherish your memories of him.

August 4, 2017

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.PLAYED A LOT OF EUCHER WITH ELMER AT THE LONGBRANCH IN COOKSVILLE.RIP MY FREIND.
WITH ALL RESPECT TO THE FAMILY.
STEVE WARSAW

August 3, 2017

Jeff and Judy Fritzen

Larry was a great help to me back in the days when business relationships were more personal and enjoyable. I always looked forward to working with the family team at Circle Type and knew they'd do their best to get the job done. Those are fond memories and part of the richness of life. Our prayers are with you as you say farewell.

August 1, 2017

Gary and Susan Jasper

Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family Jill and Mark.

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