Elbert Earl Black, Sr. 86, of Columbia, passed away Friday April 22, 2022 at his home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2022 at Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m.
Elbert was born in Boone County on February 3, 1936 the son of William Ernest Black and Nora (Sams) Black.
Elbert was an over the road truck driver for many years as well as being a talented electrician. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching re-runs of M.A.S.H. He was a huge fan of all things John Wayne and loved old westerns. He cherished time spent with his children and grandchildren.
Elbert is survived by his children, Kathy (Eddie) Earickson, Elbert Earl (Bennie) Black, Jr., Bobby Gene Black, and Teresa (Black) Rhoades; grandchildren, George Hyde, Jr., James Earickson, Robert Daniel Black, Rusty Earickson, Jackie Quincy, and Amber Dawn Scott; two sisters, Margaret Stueber and Mary Davidson; and a host of other relatives.
Elbert was preceded in death by his parents; three wives, Elizabeth Clutts, Deloris Black, and Mary Jewel Black; one daughter, Donna Kennedy; two grandsons, David Hyde and Joshua Black; and several brothers and sisters.
