BOYNTON BEACH, FL- Richard H. Elwell, 87, of Boynton Beach, FL, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family.
Born on December 3, 1935 in Limington, ME, he was the son of Russell & Ethel Elwell (Googins). Richard grew up in Buxton, ME until he signed up to serve his country during the Korean War. After 4 years in the Navy, he returned to Maine where he met the love of his life, and his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Stone.
Richard worked for Jordan’s Meat Co. diligently and faithfully for 40 years. His job eventually brought him to Laconia, NH where he raised his family, hosted 4th of July parties, and cared for his beloved grandkids. In 2020, he retired to Boynton Beach, FL.
He loved nothing more than his faith, wife, and grandkids; but his passion for New England sports teams, especially the Red Sox, was not far behind. He enthusiastically went to every dance recital, play, or sporting event he could attend – rarely missing an opportunity to support his grandkids. He also loved his country or gospel music, game shows, and old westerns. Before he passed, he made sure to call all of his grandchildren, telling them that “God is Good,” knowing he would soon be reunited with his sons Steven and Jeffrey, who predeceased him. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Richard is survived by his wife Elizabeth Stone Elwell, his children Judy Elwell Matulis and her husband Michael Matulis of Boynton Beach,Fl , Tim Elwell, and his wife Trudie Elwell of Buford, GA,and daughter in law Sarah Elwell of Athens,Al; grandchildren Stephen & Eny Matulis, Charissa & Micah Matson, Chris & Jordan Matulis, Jessica & Alex Hastings, Alex & Carilee Matulis, Matt Matulis, Brianna, Alyssa, and Joshua Elwell, and 12 great-grandchildren. He also loved his many nieces and nephews.
Richard was predeceased by his parents Ethel May and Russell Elwell, his brothers Ardon, Virgil, and Teddy Elwell, and sister Ethelyn Abbott, and his two sons Steven Richard Elwell and Jeffrey Charles Elwell.
Family and friends may visit Saturday February 11, 2023 at 1 PM at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple St. (Rt. 25), Cornish, ME. Followed by a 2 PM service. Online condolence messages can be submitted at the funeral home website, www.mainefuneral.com