Earl H. Elliot
Lifelong Ephrata resident Earl Elliot passed away unexpectedly in Ephrata on March 17, 2005, at the age of 76. He was born on February 6, 1929 and raised on a farm 6 miles from town on Sagebrush Flats Road. As a young man he became active in the Boy Scouts of America and earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He participated in numerous varsity sports and other activities at Ephrata High School, graduating Valedictorian in 1946. Earl attended Washington State College (WSU), served in the ROTC, and graduated in 1950 with Distinction and as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army. Following college, he served in the Korean War where he was awarded a Bronze Star. After active duty, he remained involved in the Army Reserves until 1979, ultimately achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
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