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Services

Visitation One

Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
9:30 am - 10:30 am

Houston's First Baptist Church

7401 Katy Freeway
Houston , TX 77024.

Funeral Service

Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
10:30 am

Houston's First Baptist Church

7401 Katy Freeway
Houston , TX 77024.

Burial

Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
2:00 pm

Alexander Cemetery

5300 Alexander Cemetery Rd
Bryan , TX 77808.
Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Houston's First Baptist Church
7401 Katy Freeway
Houston , TX 77024.
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Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
10:30 am
Houston's First Baptist Church
7401 Katy Freeway
Houston , TX 77024.
Get Directions
Website Link
Thu. Sep. 12, 2013
2:00 pm
Alexander Cemetery
5300 Alexander Cemetery Rd
Bryan , TX 77808.
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In Memory of
John Livingston Elam Jr
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John Livingston Elam, Jr. went home to be with Jesus on September 10, 2013. He was born in Leonard, Texas on January 9, 1925.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy, and his son John Elam III. He is survived by his son, Greg & wife Mary; daughter, Jana Rader; grandchildren, Aaron Elam, JoEllen Elam, Mary Elizabeth Kardash, and Nathan Rader; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters and one brother. He had a host of nephews, nieces, friends and church family. He served in the U.S. Navy and in the USAF Reserves. He graduated from Texas A&M as a licensed civil engineer and worked all over the world for over 50 years.

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

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Jane P. Adams

Tributes

Message from
Barbara and Marlin Hendry
Wed, 09/11/2013

I don't think of Uncle John without Aunt Dot, so now they are together with the Lord. The scripture "To be absent from the body is to be with Christ" is certainly fitting for this Christian man. It was always fun to go to their house growing up as a child or even when we got together as adults. I have so many fond memories, that I can't mention them all. Uncle John, you will be missed by so many. We love you and your family and thanks for all the memories. Until we meet again.!

Message from
Jeanne Ensign Pate
Wed, 09/11/2013

My memories of my childhood would be incomplete without the Elam family. Jana was my dear friend from church and school and her parents treated me like family. Mr. Elam was the example I had in my life of a strong Christian father. I know that he will be greatly missed by friends and family but heaven is a better place with his presence. Much love to each of his family members, especially to Jana.

Message from
David, Polly and Michael Randell
Fri, 09/13/2013

I will never forget how my Uncle John encouraged all of us to pursue a life of the mind. He had a huge intellect which remained with him. He always wanted to talk about something fascinating, especially science or engineering. And he loved us all enough to put his foot down and make us all try harder. I loved him so. Heartfelt condolences to Jana, Greg and the rest of the extended Elam family.