Elva Clinton Lemons

Elva Clinton Lemons was called home to the Lord on December 26, 2022 at the age of 101 years old. He was a resident of Manor Care of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.

He was born in Arkansas on January 28, 1921 where he lived with his parents and 4 brothers and 2 sisters. He joined the U S Army and retired after 23 years with the rank of master sergeant. He met and married Mary J. Martinelli of Chicago on February 27,1954. Sadly, she passed away on March 6, 1973.

After retiring from the Army, he settled his wife and children in Fond du Lac, where he went to work at Mercury Marine and retired after 25 years. In his retirement he enjoyed league bowling and golfing. He was an avid walker doing approximately 5 miles per day. He also enjoyed following the Chicago Cubs and Bears.

Survivors include one daughter Laura (Michael) Ignera of Manitowoc and three sons, Bruno of Hainsville, Illinois, Peter of Fond du Lac and Donald of Milwaukee. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Also, many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters, his wife; mother and father in law as well as brothers and sisters in law.

Services: Elva’s family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for time of visitation at Zacherl Funeral Home, 875 E. Division Street in Fond du Lac. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Military Honors will take place following the service.