Elria F. Roe, 89 years, of Deerfield, died Tuesday morning, August 26, 2008 in his home. Friends may call at the Capaul Funeral Home, Ida, Thursday, from 1-8PM. Rosary will be recited at 5 PM. He will lie in state at St. Alphonsus Church, Deerfield, Friday from 10 AM until services at 11 AM. Fr. Jack Loughran will officiate. Burial will be at St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Deerfield. Military graveside services will be performed by Deerfield American Legion Post 392.

Born October 23, 1918 in Deerfield, Elria was the son of Gloyd and Bernice (Cousino) Roe. He served in the U.S. Army in WWII.

He married Bessie Pospisil, August 4, 1942 in St. Alphonsus Church in Deerfield. He was an avid hunter and trapper. He was a member of the Dundee Hunting Club, a senior member of the Woodchuck Club in Petersburg, the Dundee V.F.W., and the Deerfield American Legion. He enjoyed playing poker and cards. His nickname was "Maverick".

Survivors include his wife, 3 sons, Raymond (Donna) of Deerfield, Richard (Cindy) of Sullivan,IL. and Robert (Shirley) of Plymouth, MI, a daughter, Donna (Robert) Ruswinkle of Medina, OH, a sister, Audrey Brown of Blissfield,MI, 9 grandchildren, Kevin, Jamie, Amy, Lori, Julie, Renaye, Ron, Richard, and Ryan, and several great and great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Elwin "Bill" and Donald.

Memorial contributions for Mr. Roe may be made to the Donors Choice.

Online condolences may be sent to www.capaulfuneralhome.com.

Elria F. Roe

1918-2008