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Elwyn L. Cady, Jr.

Elwyn L. Cady, Jr. 1926-2020. Sweet, smart, eccentric resident of Ames, IA, Kansas City, MO, and Independence, MO, Elwyn Cady, died peacefully in March. “Cady,” as he was known by friends, was an avid snare drummer since the age of five. He drummed in the Ames, IA High School Marching Band as a child, the Paseo High School Marching Band, the Tulane University Marching Band, and the American Legion Concert Band.

He graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in the early 1940s, where he joined the Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity. After being drafted, he served in Europe during World War II as an Army Private in the Field Artillery and was discharged as a Private First Class. He graduated 2nd in his class at the Tulane Law School in the 1950s and spent his professional life as a lawyer. He was on the law school faculty at the University of Texas, Austin and UMKC. He wrote a book called Law and Contemporary Nursing that was published in the 1960s and also published several articles in law journals.

During his later years, he enjoyed travelling with his daughter’s speech and debate team, listening to live jazz as often as possible, and visiting with old friends at Paseo High School reunions. For the last few years, Mr. Cady made his home at Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village in St. Louis. The family would like to thank the caring and hardworking staffs at ALSV, Unity Hospice, and St. Louis Cremation for their kindness.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane, and his stepson, Paul. He is survived by his stepson Martin, his son Jim, his daughter-in-law Kim, his grandson Evan, his daughter Kate, and his son-in-law Nathan. Mr. Cady donated his body to Washington University in order to further scientific teaching and research. If mourners wish to celebrate Mr. Cady’s life, some of his favorite philanthropic organizations were the Disabled American Veterans and medical research and advocacy organizations like the Age Related Macular Degeneration Foundation.

 

13 Comments

  1. Mary Lynn Jensen on March 28, 2020 at 10:15 am

    My heart is saddened to see this news. Cady was one in a million, one of a kind and one that will never be forgotten. The world is a richer place for his having been a part of it and a poorer one for it’s loss of him. Rest in Peace, kind sir.



  2. Marty Yardley on March 28, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    Jim, Kim, Evan, and Cady family, So very sorry for your loss, your Dad looks like he had a very fulfilling and happy life! My condolences and Prayers to you all



  3. Bill and Kathy Bumberry on March 28, 2020 at 4:47 pm

    So sorry to hear of this news.
    Prayers for all.



  4. Martin Jensen on March 28, 2020 at 6:14 pm

    CADY is better off now, let’s just concentrate on that, I’ve known him since 63 he was my stepdad since 64, it won’t be the same without him and I miss him too, but…



  5. Evelyn Ho on March 29, 2020 at 5:30 pm

    Dear Kate (and Nathan), Jim (Kim & Evan), and Martin, so sorry to read this but what a life well lived – my deep condolences to you all. I feel lucky to have met him on those walks in Iowa City with you and Marcus. This was a lovely obituary and such nice pictures too. Rest in Peace, Mr. Cady.



  6. Piper Wrigley on April 1, 2020 at 5:14 pm

    I had the pleasure of being Mr. Cady’s next door neighbor for many years and he was always a kind gentleman. He was most helpful with my mother when legal problems arose. My sympathy is with his family.



  7. Terri Wesner on April 1, 2020 at 7:35 pm

    Kate, Jim, Martin
    So sorry to hear of Cady’s passing. He was one of a kind. Always willing to give his legal expertise with a good glass of scotch.
    Also- miss you Kate. My love to all. Terri



  8. James D Austin on April 2, 2020 at 12:07 am

    Kate & Jim & families – So sorry to hear about our friend and your special dad. It’s only right that he share that mind and body with more people to study. If ever back in Independence – give us a jingle and we will call Jolie to come and see you. Same house, yard and street on Partridge Ave. Your dad and Jane were a fantastic couple. Jim & Judy Austin. Jolie sends her regards



  9. Barbara Leabo on April 2, 2020 at 8:49 am

    Jim and Kate, our sympathy to you and your families. Your dad was a special man. Prayers and peace to you. Barbara and Gary Leabo.



  10. Tim & Erika Wheeler on April 5, 2020 at 12:31 am

    Jim so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I’m sure it is difficult during an already difficult time. We will be praying for you and your family.



  11. Debbie Irwin on April 5, 2020 at 4:00 am

    Jim and extended family. I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your dear father. It sounds like he was a pretty cool guy.
    Peace to you and your sister Kate – to the entire family.



  12. Chuck Hess on April 5, 2020 at 6:34 pm

    Jim….my condolences to you and your family…sorry for your loss…



  13. Anthony and Carla Gentry on December 8, 2021 at 12:02 pm

    Anthony and I are just seeing this as we were reminiscing about Myla’s friends and family. Anthony so fondly remembers your parents; Jane and Elwin. Our condolences to you all. Anthony and Carla Gentry



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