

Mr. Pace was born in Evansville, Indiana January 27, 1938 and graduated from Central High School in 1956 where he made many friendships that lasted his life time. After graduation he proudly served in the US Marine Corps with his twin brother Delbert. After serving his country he attended Evansville College and graduated with a BA and MA in Education. He was an active member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He met the love of his life, Annette Tapley, whom he married June 15, 1963.
Mr. Pace began his teaching career at Farmersville Elementary School in Mt.Vernon, Indiana. He continued his teaching career at Central High School where he taught science for 24 years, while also pursuing his passion of coaching football.
After retirement, Mr. Pace enjoyed many Mary Kay international trips with his wife, visiting his children and spending time at his beloved lake house with friends and family. He was made a Kentucky Colonel by the Governor of the state, which is the highest title of honor bestowed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Elbert is survived by his wife of 49 years, Annette Pace; daughters, Kymberlee and husband Lieutenant Colonel Vincent Gilkey of Honolulu, HI, Kerry Pace of Arlington, VA, and Krista Lenn and her husband Patrick Murphy of Chicago, IL; granddaughter, Ruby Jane Murphy; son, Klint Elbert Pace of Evansville, IN; identical twin brother, Delbert and his wife Jane Ann Pace of Cadiz, KY; sister-in-law, Judy Pace of Evansville, IN; several nieces and nephews; and his 98 year old father-in-law, Dr. Earl M Tapley of Dunedin, FL.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clemor and Rebecca Pace and brother Gerald Pace.
A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, July 14, 2012 at Alexander North Chapel. Friends may visit Friday from 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 9:30 until the time of service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pennyrille Marine Corps League in Cadiz, KY or the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.
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