Ben George Eilders, age 97, died of heart congestion on January 16th, 2024, at home.
He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Vera; two children, daughter Sheila Eilders’ of La Canada, CA; son, Brian Eilders of Lake Tahoe, CA; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three siblings.
He served in the US Navy during World War II. He was a banker in Iowa for 40 years.
Burial to take place at Iowa Veteran’s Cemetery at a later date.
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