“Ginny and family, Just read of this sudden loss of Cecil. We have many fond memories of our time together in Venice. So sorry to hear of your...Read More » ”
1 of 47 | Posted by: Bill and Kris Dickau - Knoxville, TN

“Virginia, you should be so proud. You raised three lovely boys, Cecil, Seth and Shawn. You deserve a special cruise spot in heaven with Cecil......Read More » ”
2 of 47 | Posted by: Marie Juntunen - VENICE, FL., FL

“I love and miss you Dad. We'll help Mom always. Thank you for teaching us the way. I won't loose it again. I know your happy and having a blast. I...Read More » ”
3 of 47 | Posted by: Heidi Zepeda - Lakeland, FL

“When I worked with Cecil in SRO unit, he was always friendly, upbeat and never down. You will be missed Cecil. Rest in Peace.Your friend Mark. ”
4 of 47 | Posted by: Mark Perrin - Sarasota, FL

“The few times I met Cecil, through work, he was friendly, outgoing and personable. I still have the Blue Knights pin he gave me years ago. He will...Read More » ”
5 of 47 | Posted by: Rob Martinez - Sarasota, FL

“Cecil it feels like yesterday that i met you, but in reality its only been a lil over a year! You made me feel like ive known you for years! You...Read More » ”
6 of 47 | Posted by: Travis Brown - North port, FL

“To Ginny Elkins and family: My deepest condolences and sympathy for the loss of your dear husband, companion, and wonderful father. My prayers and...Read More » ”
7 of 47 | Posted by: Chuck Schuurmans - Vancouver, WA

“You’re in heaven now, Cecil, looking down on us (Hebrews 12:1). I’ll see you again, someday, in eternity. I hated it when you threw the Frisbee...Read More » ”
8 of 47 | Posted by: me - an old friend

“My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Rest asured that he is resting in the arms of Our Lord and watching over all of you ”
9 of 47 | Posted by: Lora Lee Follett - MO

“Ooh Cecil! I love you! You always picked on me, always told me what was right and what was wrong. Always gave me little lectures and was always there...Read More » ”
10 of 47 | Posted by: Michaela Nickerson - Venice, FL

“Honey...I don' t want to leave you now. You will be in my heart forever...why now???. ”
11 of 47 | Posted by: Ginny Elkins - Nokomis, FL

“Brother Cecil, We admire you and think the world of you and your family! you were a role model to me and i will miss you dearly. I know our...Read More » ”
12 of 47 | Posted by: David & Lynn - NY

“Cecil will be truly missed by all and his family should be very proud of everything he has done in his life, He was a great father,husband,grandpa...Read More » ”
13 of 47 | Posted by: Julie Gonzales - Vancouver, WA

“I only had the pleasure of meeting Cecil a few times when we got together for my husband's family visits. Cecil was one of those unique types of...Read More » ”
14 of 47 | Posted by: Carolyn Callow Elkins - Ft. Myers, FL

“Daddy,i love you soo much! Not ready for you to be gone,even tho i know where you are and your ok! I LOVE YOU DADDY FOREVER ! Butterfly kisses!! ”
15 of 47 | Posted by: Heather marie Elkins Pietz - WA

“Daddy,i love you soo much! Not ready for you to be gone,even tho i know where you are and your ok! I LOVE YOU DADDY FOREVER ! Butterfly kisses!! ”
16 of 47 | Posted by: Heather marie Elkins Pietz - WA

“Ginny & Family, You and your family have suffered a great loss. May God grant you all peace. The Lord's loving arms now embrace Cecil, and his...Read More » ”
17 of 47 | Posted by: R. Hallman - FL

“Sean & my daughter, Marissa, attended UF & are members of Gator Christian life. I had met Sean junior year & saw him @ GCL church a few times. Sean...Read More » ”
18 of 47 | Posted by: michele scanlon - melbourne, FL

“Will be sad to say good-bye to an old friend tomorrow. Cecil Elkins worked with us in the PAL program for several years. He was like a big kid...Read More » ”
19 of 47 | Posted by: Rae & Bob Woodward - Englewood, FL

“Dear Jenny and Family ,I will always remember Cecil having such a wonderful smile whenever Mike and I would see him. He was always up and had such a...Read More » ”
20 of 47 | Posted by: Mike and Sharon Schott - FL

“Love you ”
21 of 47 | Posted by: Shanon O'Brien (Elkins) - OR

“Uncle Cecil, I love you with all my heart. You will be dearly missed, but never forgotton. We will see eachother again, you can see mom and aunt Gail...Read More » ”
22 of 47 | Posted by: Shanon O'brien - Portland, OR

“John Dean is in the Marines and wanted us to relay a message to your family. Cecil was a mentor to John through school and scouts. He had a soft spot...Read More » ”
23 of 47 | Posted by: John Dean - Venuce, FL - Student

“To the Elkins Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Cecil was a wonderful man and loved his family. Our heart goes out to all of you. Our thoughts...Read More » ”
24 of 47 | Posted by: Brian,Kathy,Brian Patrick,and John Dean

“I am so glad i got to see you again last summer. It is so hard to see family these days since our parents are all gone. I remember when you came to...Read More » ”
25 of 47 | Posted by: Martha Christianson - Vancouver, WA

“I'm sorry that we cannot be there, but here is a small poem that I quite like: Broken Chain We little knew that day God was going to call your...Read More » ”
26 of 47 | Posted by: Jan McIntosh Schiernbeck - CO

“Cecil, Jesus decided to bring you home. And the Lord will now comfort your family in this great time of grief we all feel with your passing. Thank...Read More » ”
27 of 47 | Posted by: Kimberly Boyles - GA - Friend

“Cecil leaves an amazing legacy. He was a man who lived his life pointing to his saving faith in Jesus. He was not afraid to share his faith and was...Read More » ”
28 of 47 | Posted by: Kristin Mikarts - Venice, FL

“Ginny, Heath, and family, I am shocked to read about Cecil's passing. My thoughts are with you during this terrible time. Pattie Berryhill ”
29 of 47 | Posted by: Pattie Berryhill - Venice, FL

“I did not know you well, but we share the the same Grandchildren and I just wanted to thank you for teaching them how love and the sharing of oneself...Read More » ”
30 of 47 | Posted by: Gerri Schlotterback - Sarasota, FL

“Jenny & Family, My heart hurts for your family... I pray that our "Precious Jesus" comforts you.... Cecil cared about our community, he was...Read More » ”
31 of 47 | Posted by: Vickie Williams - Venice, FL

“When I think about Cecil my first thought is his warm winning smile! Every time I saw him, I was greeted with that smile and a warm hug! And then I...Read More » ”
32 of 47 | Posted by: Tammy McCullough - Vancouver, WA

“I'm am sadden by the passing of Cecil. I will always remember his smile and great faith. I know he is with the Lord. We mourn the loss of a...Read More » ”
33 of 47 | Posted by: Irene Lynch - Sarasota, FL

“Words cannot express the lives Cecil has touched. We were blessed to have him at VMS/Oak Park South. Jenny and family please know that you all are...Read More » ”
34 of 47 | Posted by: Jean Shepherd - Venice, FL

“We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Cecil's passing on Tuesday. We have good memories of Cecil from soccer with Sean & VHS Band with Seth. ...Read More » ”
35 of 47 | Posted by: Sue Thompson - Venice, FL

“Jenny and family, You all have been in my prayers this week. I do hope you find some comfort knowing that Cecil is with his Father and looking down...Read More » ”
36 of 47 | Posted by: Katie Smith - FL

“We are so sorry tohear about your husband's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything don't hesitiate to let us know. ”
37 of 47 | Posted by: lynda & Isaiah Muhammad - venice, FL

“Our deepest condolences to the Elkins family. We both worked with Cecil over the years and have extremely fond memories of him. Please know our...Read More » ”
38 of 47 | Posted by: Lynda & Skip Wood - Kissimmee, FL

“Cecil Our good and wonderful friend, we will most certainly miss your good natured smile and attitude. We know GOD is saying" Welcome home my good...Read More » ”
39 of 47 | Posted by: John and Shirley Jordan - Venice, FL

“We were sorry to hear of Cecil's passing. Everytime we see someone with a frisbee we will think of him. He always put the students first. Our...Read More » ”
40 of 47 | Posted by: Sandy and Marilyn Bowen - Nokomis, FL

“ALTHOUGH I MOVED BACK TO MY HOME STATE, I AM SAD TO HEAR OF CECIL'S SUDDEN PASSING. I KNEW HIM WHEN I WAS PART OF THE MANNA TEAM ON SUNDAY EVENINGS @...Read More » ”
41 of 47 | Posted by: MARY LOU FRANZETTI - Manchester, NJ

“I worked with Cecil at the Sarasota Sheriff's Office a few years ago. Cecil, you were always kind, thoughtful and ready to laugh or make someone...Read More » ”
42 of 47 | Posted by: Lorraine Dame - North Port, FL

“Cecil you will be sadly missed.. Your shoes will never be filled.May God be with your family at this time of sorrow...Ralph and Kari Ellingsen ”
43 of 47 | Posted by: Ralph and Kari Ellingsen - Venice, FL

“I am terribly sorry for the loss of Cecil. I have very fond memories of him through various parts of growing up. I can remember in 5th grade he was...Read More » ”
44 of 47 | Posted by: Rebecca Johns - Sarasota, FL

“Dear Elkins Family, We are so sorry to hear about Cecil’s passing. His enthusiasm for life and his ability to make a personal connection with...Read More » ”
45 of 47 | Posted by: Tim and Sue Gissal - Nokomis, FL

“All of Boy Scout Troop 77 mourns. Cecil and your sons were bright and happy memories at Troop 77 and we share your loss. ”
46 of 47 | Posted by: Mark Brewer - Venice, FL

“Jenny, So Sorry to hear of your lost. We were just with you a couple of weeks ago. We love you and you are in our prayers Bea ”
47 of 47 | Posted by: Bea & Willie Beckom - Laurel, FL