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James Rufus Elswick

Death by Force
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James Rufus Elswick, aged 57, passed away on July 19, 2018, in Spring Hill, Florida. Born on September 6, 1960, in Virginia, he was the son of Milton E. and Shiley Temple (Whited) Elswick. James is survived by his two sons, James Jr. and Tony, his mother Shirley, his grandson Ezra James, two sisters Patricia and Diane, and his brother Eddie. A memorial service was held on August 11, 2018, at the Full Gospel Assembly of God.

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    Victim Details

    James Rufus Elswick

    Male

    Spring-hill

    FL

    2018-07-19

    57

    James

    Rufus Elswick

    11/23/2025

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