Eldon Dwane Shinkle, our loving husband, Poppie, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, returned to the loving arms of our Heavenly Father the morning of Oct. 13, 2019. 
He was born Dec. 7, 1945, in Glendale, California, to Harvey and Merelda Ivie Shinkle. He was the eldest of four children. Eldon grew up in Orem, and attended Orem High School. He later graduated from BYU in Education.
Eldon served his country proudly and honorably in the army for 26 years. Serving in the Deseret Storm Conflict and Vietnam War. Eldon also served with the Orem Fire Department. Eldon was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served faithfully in his callings. Eldon served the Lord on his mission to the Northern California Mission.
Eldon met his eternal companion, Ruth Ann Wirthlin, and they were sealed for time and all eternity in the Provo Temple. They were able to spend 46 years together. Their love brought forth six children.
Eldon taught for the Tooele County School District for 30 years. He taught auto mechanics and small engines, math, jewelry, ceramics, TLC, and wood shop. He also worked for AutoZone for 18 years.
Eldon was one of the founding members of the Tooele Gem and Mineral Society. His love and knowledge of rocks will be missed by all.
Eldon was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Merelda Shinkle; and granddaughter, Aleecelynn Thornock. He is survived by his loving eternal companion, Ruth; children, Roshelle (Russ) Thornock, Brandon (Elise) Shinkle, Dawnette (Dale) Bozart, Russell (Bene) Shinkle, Benjamin (Camille) Shinkle, Krystle (David) Ekstrom; 31 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and siblings, Gail (Paul) Solberg, Kathy (Fred) Cain, Leslie (Nan) Shinkle.
Funeral service will be held Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at 11 a.m., at the Tooele Stake Center, 253 S. 200 East, with a visitation from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. A night viewing will be held Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at Tate Mortuary, 110 S. Main St., from 6 – 8 p.m.
