Obituary of Eldon Dean Heller

Eldon Heller left us after a long goodbye on May 8, 2008. He was born in Clatonia, NE on March 16, 1927. After marrying the love of his life in 1951, they moved to Washington in 1952. He was a contractor and previous owner of the Washougal Mercantile and Heller Restaurant. He enjoyed traveling and spending time in Lake Havasu. He loved being with his family and watching his grandchildren grow. He will always be remembered for his big smile, humor, and kind heart. He was one of the Chosinâ?? Few while serving in the US Marine Corp from 1949-1952, and a lifetime member of Zion Lutheran Church. He is survived by his wife, Colleene, 3 daughters, Cindy Heller Mike Kerr, Debi Heller, and SanDee Foster Ernie Blair, 1 son, Randy Reta Heller, 6 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church at 1:00 Thursday May 15th, 2008. Inurnment will follow at the Washougal Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Straubâ??s Funeral Home & Columbia River Cremation in Camas. To send condolences or to sign the online guest book visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com