Luke Mcelwain, age 38

Lost to gun violence on September 21, 2018 in Craigsville, West Virginia.

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  • Nickname:
    3 Cowen
  • Number of children:
  • Personality:
    11 awesome personality and always wore a smile pleasant to be around
    4 great doctor and friend. treated everyone the same. always took the time to explain.
    5 He was such a humble person
    5 kind, considerate, sincere, always had a smile.
    6 Luke was one of the niceset people I have ever met.
    3 Patriot. Believed in what the constitution stands for, especially the 2nd Amendment
  • Occupation:
    7 Doctor
  • Workplace:
    8 Webster Co Memorial Hospital
  • Schools attended:
    7 Glade Elementary
    7 Webster County High School
    4 West Virginia Wesleyan College
    4 West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
    3 🥀Prayers to the Family❣
  • Comments:
    5 He made a point to check on me and Isaac after mu son, Hans, passed away. such a compassionate man.
    2 Rest In Peace Dr.Luke.Taken way to soon.Prayers for his children,family and friends.

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