Allen Henderson Elmer

1941 ∼ 2020

Allen Henderson Elmer

Allen Henderson Elmer, 78, of Kountze, Texas, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at Silsbee Oaks Health Care in Silsbee, TX, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Elmer was born on September 7, 1941, in Kountze to the late Thomas & Lerah Brown Elmer. Mr. Elmer was the president of the Southeast Texas Chapter of Cowboys for Christ for over 25 years. He was also a stockman for Hardin County Sheriff Department for over 20 years. Mr. Elmer never met a stranger and loved to talk with everyone he met. He loved God, His horses, dogs, his family, friends, and all his nieces, and nephews. He will be missed by all those who loved him. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Raymond Elmer. Those left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 60 years, Sylvanell “Sneed” Elmer of Kountze; Daughter, Carla Taylor and husband Richard of Raywood; brother, Arthur Elmer of Abbeville, LA; sister, Larah Collins of Kountze; grandchildren, Caleb Taylor and wife Shallen of Raywood, and Braxston Taylor of Raywood; great-granddaughter, Allyson Gretchen Taylor of Raywood; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of loving family and friends. A service of remembrance will be Saturday, June 20, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at Little Rock Assembly of God in Kountze with Reverend Ernest Brown officiating, interment will follow at Memory Lane Cemetery in Kountze. A gathering of Mr. Elmer’s family and friends will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020, also at Little Rock Assembly of God in Kountze from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. We ask all who come to honor the life of Mr. Elmer to practice social distancing and follow all CDC guidelines to protect the family and others in attendance.

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Anonymous January 19, 2023
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Greg Conley June 26, 2020
Sneed, I am so sorry for your loss and that we did not get to join in the celebration of Henderon's life with you and others. Henderson was such a Godly man and a father figure to so many in the Cowboy industry. He made a lasting impact on me that will last a lifetime. We love and miss you.
Don Smith June 22, 2020
Always enjoyed the Cowboys for Christ Christmas parties. The Jordan River boys, Kyle, Harry, Morgan and myself we’re always blessed when we sang. And the food was always awesome. We will miss Henderson. So sorry we didn’t know in time to make it to the memorial. Our prayers are with you sneed and all your family. God bless. Love you. Don and Mamie Smith
Allen & Terri Fregia June 22, 2020
Allen Henderson Elmer
Pam Metcalf June 21, 2020
Sneed I’m so sorry about Henderson, he was a good man. I didn’t know till I just seen you post his obituary. I’ll keep you and Carla and the rest of the family in my prayers.
Karen Hahn June 19, 2020
Sneed and Carla, I’m so sorry to hear about Henderson’s passing. I just found out today(Friday) and won’t be able to be there. I love you all and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Karen Anderson Hahn
Ramona Lynn Ogden June 19, 2020
Aunt Sneed and Carla my heart breaks for y'all. But I know where he is now. We were all blessed to have had him in our lives. I love y'all dearly. Sorry I had to work. Happy Trails Uncle Henderson. Thank you for you service. You will be missed.
Kathleen Harrison June 19, 2020
Reminding those whom you support that your thoughts are with them.
Kathleen Harrison June 19, 2020
Sneed & Carla. The Harrison boys send their love & condolences. You know Henderson was well loved & respected. May you both find comfort in the arms of our Lord. Love & hugs.
Leslie Smith June 19, 2020
Sneed and Carla, so sorry to hear about your loss. Henderson was one of the best individuals, I was fortunate to know. He brought many young people closer to our Lord and joy to many individuals. May God be with each of you and the family.
Larkin Loftin Jacks June 19, 2020
Sneed and Carla, I'm so sorry for your loss! Prayers for many blessings and strength! Ya'll were always some of my favorite cousins! My Grandma Loftin loved ya'll so much!❤🙏❤🙏😘
Carol Anderson June 19, 2020
So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. Prayers for you all during this difficult time.
Joseph Foxworth June 19, 2020
He will be missed. Sending my love to Mis Sneed and family.
Sandra Laird Mills June 19, 2020
I grew up with him and his family. Will miss a great friend. Praying for the family.
Abigail Daniels June 19, 2020
Grew up with this amazing man loving me like his own grandchild. He taught me so many things and always let me run to be around the horses! Trail rides were always a favorite time and now a most cherished memory!
Carolyn Fregia June 19, 2020
So sorry for the family's loss! I know my friend will miss her Dad dearly 😓