The family of Floyd Patrick Elmer is saddened to announce the passing of our son, nephew and cousin. He entered his rest on the morning of May 25, 2024, at The Peaks facility of Flagstaff.
Floyd was born on Oct. 30, 1965, into the Hopi Tribe at the Winslow Indian Hospital to Hanson and Peggy (Kidd) Elmer. He was raised in Winslow by his aunt, Verna Mae (Kidd) Cody and his uncle, Herman Lee Cody of Round Cedar.
Preceding him in death are his grandparents, his adoptive and natural parents, and his brother, Wayne Elmer. He leaves behind an extended family and many cherished friends.
Among his talents and interests were good conversation and company, playing his guitar, calligraphy, art, biblical readings and teachings. He left this life well attended to and cared for by the staff of The Peaks, Maggie’s Hospice, Flagstaff Medical Center, family and clergy.
Floyd’s memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on July 5, at the Restoration Church of the Nazarene, 323 N. Alfred Ave., Winslow. Interment will follow at the Desert View Cemetery, 1200 W. Fleming St., in Winslow. After the burial, there will be a reception and a time for remembrances at the Restoration Church.
