Elton Louis

Elton Louis always had a deep desire to help people as well as the communities where he lived. As a Forensic Social Worker, his career was devoted in helping those who struggled with life. He was very involved with the formation of Wausaua�(TM)s Treatment Instead of Prison (TIPS) program. Elton was a presenter at numerous National Association of Social Worker (NASW) and National Organization of Forensic Social Worker (NOFSW) workshops as well as being a member of both organizations. He also served on the Board of Directors and was chairman of the Membership Committee for the NOFSW. His participation and membership with Faith In Action and NAOMI gave him ideas to make Wausau a better place to live.
Elton was born February 12, 1937 in Fond du Lac to the late Samuel and Anita (Gussow) Louis. He grew up there and graduated from Fond du Lac High School. He joined the Army and served as a cook for the troops in Japan. After his Honorable Discharge, Elton attended UW Oshkosh receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work. He then completed his Mastera�(TM)s degree in Social Work at the University of Missouri, Columbia.
Elton was a very active member of Mt. Sinai Congregation in all aspects of synagogue life, and also served on the Board of Directors. He absolutely loved being with his grandchildren and attending all of their various activities.
At the age of 74, Elton passed away Monday, June 20, 2011 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Surviving relatives include Joyce Louis of Wausau, daughters, Jeanine (Dallas) Laffin and Rachel Tate, all of Wausau, four grandchildren, Dylan and Zachary Laffin, Kayli and Alexis Tate, brother, Jerry Louis of LaCrosse, and his dog, Mindy. He was preceded in death by his son, Scott and sister, Diane Franklin.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 26, 2011 at Helke Funeral Home, Wausau. Rabbi Dan Danson will officiate. Burial will be in the Hebrew Cemetery, followed by a reception at Mt. Sinai Congregation. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services. You may sign our family guest book at helke.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Mt. Sinai Congregation, 910 W. Randolph St. Wausau, 54401