Cletus R. Elbert Obituary
We bid farewell to Cletus R. Elbert of Pocahontas, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 13, 2025 at the age of 93. Cletus touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Cletus R. Elbert to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bernard Elbert and Mary Elbert (Marte); his wife Kathleen Conlon; his grandson Isaac Bechard; and his sisters, Rosemary Coughlin, Arlene Joynt, Adeline Drew and Ellen Joynt.
He is survived by: his children, Marte Elbert of Emmetsburg, IA, Maureen Bechard (Mike) of Eagan, MN and Mike Elbert (Jenn) of Rock Rapids, IA.; his grandchildren, Maddie Van Beek (Mitch), Jack Bechard, Josh Elbert, Chloe Bechard and Matt Elbert; and his sister Betty Drew of Emmetsburg, IA..
Visitation was held on Thursday, July 17th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church - Emmetsburg (2003 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536). A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, July 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church - Emmetsburg Watch (2003 Broadway St, Emmetsburg, IA 50536). A burial was held on Thursday, July 17th 2025 at the St. John's Catholic Cemetery - Emmetsburg.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made in Clete's name to Parc Hall in Emmetsburg, Iowa.