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
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