Elmo Bentz, 89, of Jamestown, ND, died quietly on Monday, February 24, 2025, at SMP Health-Ave Maria, Jamestown.

Elmo was born April 1,1935 at home to Peter and Lydia (Siegle) Bentz. He attended first and second grades in Rural Streeter, third through eight grades in County School, Medina, graduating from high school in Medina in 1955.

In April 1957, he enlisted in the US Army and was assigned to Company C 67th 4th Armored Division as a tank turret maintenance worker. He oversaw 16 tanks for C. Company. He traveled with the company to Germany and Hawaii. He received the Good Conduct and Sharpshooter (pistol) medals. Elmo was honorably discharged April 23, 1959, with the rank of SP4 (T) E-4 at Fort Sheridan, IL.

Elmo and Ardina Mayer were married November 5, 1961, at Gackle, ND. Elmo spent most of his life farming in the Medina and Gackle areas. They moved into Jamestown in 1977 where he worked for CH Lumber until 1995. He also spent many years as a carpenter, opening Our Home Shop, rebuilding windows and woodwork. And for many years, he worked at Don’s Garden Center.

Elmo was a member and served on the church council at Atonement Lutheran Church, Jamestown as well as a member of the Jamestown Agricultural Farm Chamber. He was a member of the Lutheran Brotherhood, Eagles and enjoyed bowling.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ardina, and his 3 daughters, Angela (Neil) Widmer, Peggy (Bryan) Widmer and Lila (Mike) Click, all of Jamestown, ND, as well as 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; 1 brother-in-law, Rueben Mayer, Bottineau, ND.

He is preceded by his parents, Peter and Lydia, his son, Troy Bentz, 1 brother in infancy Melvin, father and mother-in-law, Paul and Bertha Mayer, and 1 brother-in-law, Wallace Mayer.

FAMILY REQUESTS MEMORIALS TO: SMP-AVE MARIA OR JAMESTOWN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER HOSPICE

Elmo Bentz

April 01, 1935 - February 24, 2025

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