Eldon Shinkle Obituary (1945 - 2019)

Eldon Dwane Shinkle, our loving husband, Poppie, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend, returned to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father the morning of October 13, 2019. Born on December 7, 1945 in Glendale, California to Harvey and Merelda Ivie Shinkle. He was the eldest of four children. Eldon grew up in Orem, and attended Orem High School. He later graduated from BYU in Education. Eldon served his country proudly and honorably in the Army for 26 years. Serving in the Deseret Storm Conflict and Vietnam War. Eldon also served with the Orem Fire Department. Eldon was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and served faithfully in his callings. Eldon served the Lord on his mission to Northern California mission. Eldon met his Eternal Companion Ruth Ann Wirthlin and they were sealed for time and all eternity in the Provo Temple. They were able to spend 46 years together. Their love brought forth six children. Eldon taught for the Tooele County School District for 30 years. He taught auto mechanics and small engines, math, jewelry, ceramics, TLC, and wood shop. He also worked for AutoZone for 18 years. Eldon was one of the founding members of the Tooele Gem and Mineral Society. His love and knowledge for rocks will be missed by all. Eldon is preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Merelda Shinkle, and granddaughter Aleecelynn Thornock. He is survived by his loving eternal companion Ruth, children Roshelle (Russ) Thornock, Brandon (Elise)Shinkle, Dawnette (Dale) Bozart, Russell (Bene) Shinkle, Benjamin (Camille) Shinkle, Krystle (David) Ekstrom, 31 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and Siblings Gail (Paul) Solberg, Kathy (Fred) Cain, Leslie (Nan) Shinkle. Funeral service will be held Monday, October 21, 2019, 11am at the Tooele Stake Center, 253 S 200 E, with a visitation from 9:30-10:45am. A night viewing will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at Tate Mortuary, 110 S Main St. from 6-8pm. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Eldon Dwane Shinkle please visit our Sympathy Store.