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Eulogy for Elmo Smith Rich
Elmo Smith Rich was born August 22, 1898 in Afton, Wyoming. To Hyrum Smith Rich and Angleia Allred Rich. He was the fifth child in a family of ten.
His early boyhood was spent in the family’s two-room log house on an eighty-acre farm west of Afton. Later a large frame home was erected.
Elmo became the owner of the farm and home after the death of his parents. He spent all of his life on this place he loved so much.
The family had a dairy herd, and Elmo and his sons worked together caring for the herd, planting and harvesting crops, haying and irrigating. He added his father’s dry farm on the west hills and a tract of land on Crow Creek to the Family farm. This was enough to provide work for all of his family. He also helped his wife with her chickens, garden, beautiful flowers and yard.
Elmo loved to work. There was never a job of physical labor too big for him to tackle. During his lifetime, besides the farm work he loved so well, he worked on many other jobs.
Together with his father and two brothers, he hauled cheese and butter to Montpelier, Idaho and brought back merchandise for the stores in Afton. These trips took three days with team and wagon in the summer and four days with sleigh in the winter.
He did canyon work, road construction, helped cut and haul poles for the lower Valley Power and Light Company., and worked for the Forrest Service. He also worked as a hunting guide for Low Gardner and the Merritt Brothers. He was caretaker at the Lincoln County Fair Grounds for seven years and took great pride in keeping them in tiptop shape.
He spent a winter working in Montpelier, Idaho where he met the young lady, Bertie Mouritsen, who later became his wife.
Elmo was a lover of animals, especially horses. He took great pride in his work and pulling teams. He broke many horses to work and to ride, both for himself and for others. He always had one or two saddle horses which he and many others enjoyed riding. Later in life his grandchildren always loved to visit his home and ride the horses. He enjoyed rodeos and fairs. In his younger years he was an active participant in rodeo riding events.
He loved all kinds of sports. He played basketball and refereed many games. He was one of Star Valley’s most outstanding baseball players. He was the team’s catcher and an excellent batter.
Elmo served as YMMIA Supt. In the Afton South Ward. He was supervisor of the Afton 3rd Ward Welfare Farm for several years and was an elder in the 7th Quorum of Elders at the time of his death.
He received his schooling in the Afton Schools.
Elmo S Rich and Bertie M. Mouritsen of Bennington, Idaho were married in the Logan Temple October 19, 1921. They were the parents of five sons and two daughters. Elmo was a devoted husband and father. One rarely sees a more loving and close-knit family. His children honored and respected his advice and judgment.
He dearly loved children and was never happier than when he was surrounded by his grandchildren. His many nieces and nephews loved to be with him, and they have many fond memories of the good times they had at Uncle Elmo’s. Some great battles were fought with rubberguns in the barn, and exciting ball games were played in the pasture.
Elmo was a good neighbor and had many friends. He was extremely independent and refused to have people wait on him.
Elmo and Bertie observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary October 19, 1971. They were honored by their children at a family dinner. One of Elmo’s most treasured possessions was the gold watch presented to him by his children on this occasion.
Elmo died at his home Sunday evening January 28th 1973 of Heart Failure. The great desire he had that when his time came to die, he could be at home instead of a hospital was fulfilled. His strong will to be independent remained with him to the last.
He is survived by his wife, Bertie and the following sons and daughters: Glen and Rex Rich and Mrs. Glen (Rudy) Corson of Afton; Dean Rich of Pinedale, Wyo.; Budd Rich of Granger, Utah: and Mrs Bernell (Ruth) Clark of Idaho Falls, Idaho; and by twenty-nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. An infant son preceded him in death. Other survivors include a brother, Marvin Rich, of Firview, Wyo and four sisters, Mre Elmer (Jean) Broadbent and Mrs. Rey (Ethel) Merritt of Afton, Wyo.; Mrs. Oral (Evelyn) Merritt of Turnerville, Wyo.; and Mrs Lynn (Maurine) Nelson, of Grover Wyoming.
(Note: This was taken from a typed piece of paper given to me by Dad. I do not know who wrote it or when be it appears to be a Eulogy and it was typed on a manual or very old typewriter. I will get those details and add them here. As I said I have the origional of this. Does someone have Grandmas Eulogy that they would not mind sharing? Please email it to me if possible.)
Cordell Rich
His early boyhood was spent in the family’s two-room log house on an eighty-acre farm west of Afton. Later a large frame home was erected.
Elmo became the owner of the farm and home after the death of his parents. He spent all of his life on this place he loved so much.
The family had a dairy herd, and Elmo and his sons worked together caring for the herd, planting and harvesting crops, haying and irrigating. He added his father’s dry farm on the west hills and a tract of land on Crow Creek to the Family farm. This was enough to provide work for all of his family. He also helped his wife with her chickens, garden, beautiful flowers and yard.
Elmo loved to work. There was never a job of physical labor too big for him to tackle. During his lifetime, besides the farm work he loved so well, he worked on many other jobs.
Together with his father and two brothers, he hauled cheese and butter to Montpelier, Idaho and brought back merchandise for the stores in Afton. These trips took three days with team and wagon in the summer and four days with sleigh in the winter.
He did canyon work, road construction, helped cut and haul poles for the lower Valley Power and Light Company., and worked for the Forrest Service. He also worked as a hunting guide for Low Gardner and the Merritt Brothers. He was caretaker at the Lincoln County Fair Grounds for seven years and took great pride in keeping them in tiptop shape.
He spent a winter working in Montpelier, Idaho where he met the young lady, Bertie Mouritsen, who later became his wife.
Elmo was a lover of animals, especially horses. He took great pride in his work and pulling teams. He broke many horses to work and to ride, both for himself and for others. He always had one or two saddle horses which he and many others enjoyed riding. Later in life his grandchildren always loved to visit his home and ride the horses. He enjoyed rodeos and fairs. In his younger years he was an active participant in rodeo riding events.
He loved all kinds of sports. He played basketball and refereed many games. He was one of Star Valley’s most outstanding baseball players. He was the team’s catcher and an excellent batter.
Elmo served as YMMIA Supt. In the Afton South Ward. He was supervisor of the Afton 3rd Ward Welfare Farm for several years and was an elder in the 7th Quorum of Elders at the time of his death.
He received his schooling in the Afton Schools.
Elmo S Rich and Bertie M. Mouritsen of Bennington, Idaho were married in the Logan Temple October 19, 1921. They were the parents of five sons and two daughters. Elmo was a devoted husband and father. One rarely sees a more loving and close-knit family. His children honored and respected his advice and judgment.
He dearly loved children and was never happier than when he was surrounded by his grandchildren. His many nieces and nephews loved to be with him, and they have many fond memories of the good times they had at Uncle Elmo’s. Some great battles were fought with rubberguns in the barn, and exciting ball games were played in the pasture.
Elmo was a good neighbor and had many friends. He was extremely independent and refused to have people wait on him.
Elmo and Bertie observed their Golden Wedding Anniversary October 19, 1971. They were honored by their children at a family dinner. One of Elmo’s most treasured possessions was the gold watch presented to him by his children on this occasion.
Elmo died at his home Sunday evening January 28th 1973 of Heart Failure. The great desire he had that when his time came to die, he could be at home instead of a hospital was fulfilled. His strong will to be independent remained with him to the last.
He is survived by his wife, Bertie and the following sons and daughters: Glen and Rex Rich and Mrs. Glen (Rudy) Corson of Afton; Dean Rich of Pinedale, Wyo.; Budd Rich of Granger, Utah: and Mrs Bernell (Ruth) Clark of Idaho Falls, Idaho; and by twenty-nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. An infant son preceded him in death. Other survivors include a brother, Marvin Rich, of Firview, Wyo and four sisters, Mre Elmer (Jean) Broadbent and Mrs. Rey (Ethel) Merritt of Afton, Wyo.; Mrs. Oral (Evelyn) Merritt of Turnerville, Wyo.; and Mrs Lynn (Maurine) Nelson, of Grover Wyoming.
(Note: This was taken from a typed piece of paper given to me by Dad. I do not know who wrote it or when be it appears to be a Eulogy and it was typed on a manual or very old typewriter. I will get those details and add them here. As I said I have the origional of this. Does someone have Grandmas Eulogy that they would not mind sharing? Please email it to me if possible.)
Cordell Rich
Sunday, September 9, 2007
Introduction
Hello,
At the family Reunion Larry Corson expressed and interest in starting a Rich Family Book and a lot of people were and interested. I said that I was willing to work on a web site to help facilitate not only the book but other family interests. So this is the first start on that idea.
There are a lot of different ways to approach this. I don't know how many of your are familiar with blogs but they are simple to start, easy to manage and free. So while we are getting started and while we are finding out how much interest there is I thought we could start with this.
I have several things I would like everyone to keep in mind as we move forward. First I have no intention of ever offending anyone and I'm sure that that is how everyone in our family will feel, so If I ever do anything that upsets anyone please let me know.
As a simple example, the idea of a Grandchild starting this site could potentially offend someone, I hope that's not the case but it demonstrates my point.
Second: No one has to participate and there will be no hard feelings one way or the other.
Third: Anything we do here can be changed or modified.
Fourth: Everything here is public and is being shared.
I will be blundering along here trying to do my best so please bear with me as this thing moves along.
The First thing I would like to do which is to start a list of names and contact information. If you have info you would like me to add to the contact info please email them to me. I am using Grandpa Elmo's name since it is the site name so email you contact info or ideas to me at this web site email address which is ElmoRich@gmail.com
Spread the word through the family that we’ve started.
Thanks, Cordell Rich
The Son of Rex A. Rich
The Son of Elmo Rich (I hope that helps)
At the family Reunion Larry Corson expressed and interest in starting a Rich Family Book and a lot of people were and interested. I said that I was willing to work on a web site to help facilitate not only the book but other family interests. So this is the first start on that idea.
There are a lot of different ways to approach this. I don't know how many of your are familiar with blogs but they are simple to start, easy to manage and free. So while we are getting started and while we are finding out how much interest there is I thought we could start with this.
I have several things I would like everyone to keep in mind as we move forward. First I have no intention of ever offending anyone and I'm sure that that is how everyone in our family will feel, so If I ever do anything that upsets anyone please let me know.
As a simple example, the idea of a Grandchild starting this site could potentially offend someone, I hope that's not the case but it demonstrates my point.
Second: No one has to participate and there will be no hard feelings one way or the other.
Third: Anything we do here can be changed or modified.
Fourth: Everything here is public and is being shared.
I will be blundering along here trying to do my best so please bear with me as this thing moves along.
The First thing I would like to do which is to start a list of names and contact information. If you have info you would like me to add to the contact info please email them to me. I am using Grandpa Elmo's name since it is the site name so email you contact info or ideas to me at this web site email address which is ElmoRich@gmail.com
Spread the word through the family that we’ve started.
Thanks, Cordell Rich
The Son of Rex A. Rich
The Son of Elmo Rich (I hope that helps)
Contact Information
This info is in the public domain. If for some reason you see your personal information here and you want it removed contact me at ElmoRich@gmail.com If you want you information added, tell me who you are a descendant of and give me your information. If you see spelling mistakes etc let me know.
Elmo And Bertie Rich (Deceased) Children: Glen, Dean, Ruby, Bob (Stillborn), Bud, Ruth, Rex
Glen Elmo Rich (Deceased) Children: Laurel, Linda, David, Glenda
Dean Ray Rich (Deceased) Children: Gino, Tio,Lynn (Butch) Gena, Hope
Ruby Lamoine (Rich) Corson Children: Eugene, Maxine, Vicky, Rich, Larry
Maxine Goodson1664 Allred LaneAfton WY. 83110(307)885-3395
James and Katie Resare697 Trejo St. #102Rexburg, Id. 83440(208)360-2508katieresare@yahoo.com
Larry CorsonP.O. box 1325Riverton WY 82501Phone (307)851-5279e-mail Larry CorsonP.O. box 1325Riverton WY 82501Phone (307)851-5279e-mail landjcorson@msn.com
Budd M. Rich Children: Tanna, Steve, Crystal, Jewel, Todd (deceased), Jody
Crystal Dawn Rich (daughter of)
Budd Rich (son of)
Elmo and Bertie Rich
Crystal and Randy Burgess
38 Paradise Road
P.O Box 408
Afton, WY 83110
Christi and Wade Hirschi
415 N. 3rd W.
Rigby, ID 83442
Dodi and Jacob Brickey
386 W. 400 N. #2
Bountiful, UT 84010
Dusty and Aleesha Burgess
P.O. Box 321
Afton WY 83110
J.R. and Katey Burgess
P.O. Box 1023
Afton WY 83110
T.J. and Stephanie Burgess
3034 Sweetgum Circle
St George, UT 84790
Colby Burgess
P.O. Box 1253Afton, WY 83110
Bob Rich (Stillborn)
Ruth Maxine (Rich) Clark Children: Lanice, Lane, Teressa (Tess), Stacy, Ranell
Rex Avon Rich Children: Cordell, Kelly, Kenny, Coreen,
Cordell Rich Phone 1 208-672-1825
12400 Ramblin Rose Drive
Boise Idaho 83713
Samantha, Dannielle, Andrew Sean.
Kelly Rich, P.O. Box 1177
Afton Wyoming 83110 Ph. # 1-307-885-3278
Jordee
Kenny Rich P.O. Box 1772
Afton Wyoming 83110 Ph. # 1-307-885-3746
Cody, Clint, Colt.
Coreen Rich P.O. Box 121,
Fountain Green, Ut 84632 Ph # is - 1-435-445-3548
JC and Jill Rowlett, Kristine, Erica, Justin, Tyler
Elmo And Bertie Rich (Deceased) Children: Glen, Dean, Ruby, Bob (Stillborn), Bud, Ruth, Rex
Glen Elmo Rich (Deceased) Children: Laurel, Linda, David, Glenda
Dean Ray Rich (Deceased) Children: Gino, Tio,Lynn (Butch) Gena, Hope
Ruby Lamoine (Rich) Corson Children: Eugene, Maxine, Vicky, Rich, Larry
Maxine Goodson1664 Allred LaneAfton WY. 83110(307)885-3395
James and Katie Resare697 Trejo St. #102Rexburg, Id. 83440(208)360-2508katieresare@yahoo.com
Larry CorsonP.O. box 1325Riverton WY 82501Phone (307)851-5279e-mail Larry CorsonP.O. box 1325Riverton WY 82501Phone (307)851-5279e-mail landjcorson@msn.com
Budd M. Rich Children: Tanna, Steve, Crystal, Jewel, Todd (deceased), Jody
Crystal Dawn Rich (daughter of)
Budd Rich (son of)
Elmo and Bertie Rich
Crystal and Randy Burgess
38 Paradise Road
P.O Box 408
Afton, WY 83110
Christi and Wade Hirschi
415 N. 3rd W.
Rigby, ID 83442
Dodi and Jacob Brickey
386 W. 400 N. #2
Bountiful, UT 84010
Dusty and Aleesha Burgess
P.O. Box 321
Afton WY 83110
J.R. and Katey Burgess
P.O. Box 1023
Afton WY 83110
T.J. and Stephanie Burgess
3034 Sweetgum Circle
St George, UT 84790
Colby Burgess
P.O. Box 1253Afton, WY 83110
Bob Rich (Stillborn)
Ruth Maxine (Rich) Clark Children: Lanice, Lane, Teressa (Tess), Stacy, Ranell
Rex Avon Rich Children: Cordell, Kelly, Kenny, Coreen,
Cordell Rich Phone 1 208-672-1825
12400 Ramblin Rose Drive
Boise Idaho 83713
Samantha, Dannielle, Andrew Sean.
Kelly Rich, P.O. Box 1177
Afton Wyoming 83110 Ph. # 1-307-885-3278
Jordee
Kenny Rich P.O. Box 1772
Afton Wyoming 83110 Ph. # 1-307-885-3746
Cody, Clint, Colt.
Coreen Rich P.O. Box 121,
Fountain Green, Ut 84632 Ph # is - 1-435-445-3548
JC and Jill Rowlett, Kristine, Erica, Justin, Tyler
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