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Joseph Leon Elder Sr. of Stumpy Point died at his home March 7, 2020. He was 85 and born in Jefferson County, Pa.

Joe leaves his wife, Joyce P. Elder of the Stumpy Point home; daughters Roberta Elder Spearot of Havertown, Pa., Janice E. Elder of Perkasie, Pa. and K. Michelle Eisenhauer (Mark) of Lancaster, Pa.; sons Joseph L. Elder Jr. (Kathleen) of Lebanon, Pa., Michael D. Elder also of Lebanon, John D. Elder of Chalfont, Pa. and R. Paul Stewart (Jennifer) of Lancaster; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and numerous other relatives and family friends.

The family is honoring Joe’s wishes for cremation and simplicity – no services are planned. Anyone wishing to honor Joe’s memory is welcome to donate to the Stumpy Point Fire House.

Please express condolences to the family via the online register at www.gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.

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