1990
Jarryd
2011
Jarryd Dane Elliff
July 18, 1990 — September 18, 2011
Harlingen/South Padre Island:
Jarryd Dane Elliff, 21, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2011. Jarryd was born on July 18, 1990 to Joe Dane Elliff and Christine Elliff Blouch in Harlingen, Texas. He was a 2009 graduate of Harlingen High School South.
Jarryd was a vibrant, self motivated individual with a love for life that was rivaled only by his love for family. He was many things to many people, but above all, he was a loving brother, son, grandson, cousin and friend to all.
Just recently Jarryd had assumed a formal leadership role with Breakaway Cruises of South Padre Island as head captain. It was rewarding (but not surprising to those who knew him) to see someone so young in years handle that job with so much maturity. His interests were boating, fishing, inventions and modifications, working hard, helping others and his Truck! His focus on his goals and his never ending passion for making his dreams come true set him apart lending himself as an example of what one can achieve with dedication, honesty and hard work. He knows no limits.
He is survived by both parents, brother, Christopher David Elliff, great grandmother, Myrtle Wheelus of Harlingen, grandparents, Larry and Larue Elliff of Harlingen, grandparents, Frank and Linda Matz of Arroyo City, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Hours of visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with the family receiving guests from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Jarryd’s life will be held at the First Baptist Church in Harlingen, 2:00 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2011 with Dr. Don Higginbotham officiating. A reception will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall at the First Baptist Church. Casual attire at the service is requested and “flip flops” are welcome.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Collin Stewart, Tyler Elliff, Hayden Matz, Rafe Matz, Daniel Bryant, Zack Swanberg, Sean Slovisky and Stephen Murphy. Honorary Pallbearers will be Captains, Crew and Staff at Breakaway Cruises.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials may be made to the Sea Turtle Rescue, 6617 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, Young Life, 801 Kerria Ave, McAllen, TX 78501 or the charity of your choice.
There will be time in the coming days for all of us to consider the impact Jarryd had on our lives, of what the privilege of knowing him meant and to celebrate his life. Today, he sits at the feet of Jesus and we walk in wonder at having had the good fortune to have had such a beautiful soul touch our lives, if only for a short time.
Jarryd Dane Elliff, 21, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2011. Jarryd was born on July 18, 1990 to Joe Dane Elliff and Christine Elliff Blouch in Harlingen, Texas. He was a 2009 graduate of Harlingen High School South.
Jarryd was a vibrant, self motivated individual with a love for life that was rivaled only by his love for family. He was many things to many people, but above all, he was a loving brother, son, grandson, cousin and friend to all.
Just recently Jarryd had assumed a formal leadership role with Breakaway Cruises of South Padre Island as head captain. It was rewarding (but not surprising to those who knew him) to see someone so young in years handle that job with so much maturity. His interests were boating, fishing, inventions and modifications, working hard, helping others and his Truck! His focus on his goals and his never ending passion for making his dreams come true set him apart lending himself as an example of what one can achieve with dedication, honesty and hard work. He knows no limits.
He is survived by both parents, brother, Christopher David Elliff, great grandmother, Myrtle Wheelus of Harlingen, grandparents, Larry and Larue Elliff of Harlingen, grandparents, Frank and Linda Matz of Arroyo City, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Hours of visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with the family receiving guests from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home.
A Celebration of Jarryd’s life will be held at the First Baptist Church in Harlingen, 2:00 PM, Thursday, September 22, 2011 with Dr. Don Higginbotham officiating. A reception will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall at the First Baptist Church. Casual attire at the service is requested and “flip flops” are welcome.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Collin Stewart, Tyler Elliff, Hayden Matz, Rafe Matz, Daniel Bryant, Zack Swanberg, Sean Slovisky and Stephen Murphy. Honorary Pallbearers will be Captains, Crew and Staff at Breakaway Cruises.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials may be made to the Sea Turtle Rescue, 6617 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597, Young Life, 801 Kerria Ave, McAllen, TX 78501 or the charity of your choice.
There will be time in the coming days for all of us to consider the impact Jarryd had on our lives, of what the privilege of knowing him meant and to celebrate his life. Today, he sits at the feet of Jesus and we walk in wonder at having had the good fortune to have had such a beautiful soul touch our lives, if only for a short time.
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