Eldon Daniel Screws, Sr.

Eldon Daniel Screws Sr. passed away from natural causes at The Louisiana War Veterans Home in Jackson, Louisiana on June 26, 2025.

Eldon was born on April 10, 1933, in Holly Bluff, Mississippi, the oldest son of the late Robert Clair and Josephine Isabelle Screws. Preceded in death by his brothers Ray, Jerry, Bo, Jimmy, sister Dolly and grandson Danny.

Upon graduation from Holly Bluff High School, Eldon enlisted in the United States Army. During his 22 year army career, he was in the 7th Cavalry Regiment and worked with The Army Security Agency. The military took him around the world to Korea, Alaska (pre-statehood), Germany, France, Japan, Turkey and Taiwan. He also had many stateside stops including Massachusetts, and California before retiring at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs, Colorado as a Master Sergeant in 1972. The U.S. Army Recognized Eldon with numerous honors including the Commendation Medal and The Meritorious Service Medal.

Eldon was married to his hometown sweetheart and the love of his life for 69 years, Bobbie June (Pugh) Screws. Both their children, Eldon Jr. and Tane, were born on their tours abroad.

Army retirement launched a new career as a carpenter, handyman, maintenance engineer and facilities manager for numerous hotels and apartment buildings in Colorado, Louisiana and Texas for his first 19 years post-army life.

In 1991, Eldon and Bobbie officially retired and settled in Holly Bluff where they would remain until 2014, when they moved to Baton Rouge to be closer to their daughter and grandchildren.

Eldon was a 32nd Degree Mason and past Master of Deer Creek Lodge #356 in Rolling Fork, Mississippi. Also an active Shriner for many years.

Survived by his son Eldon D. Screws Jr. (Terry) of Benton, Tennessee, daughter, Tane E. Burke (John) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Grandchildren. Robert C. Screws, Cameron J. Burke, Caitlin E. Burke, Tamar E. Tyler (James) and great grandchildren Khaylie Wendel and Taylor Murdock. Great great-grandchildren Lukas Josey, Sloane Murdock, Liam Josey, Landen Norris and Levi Norris.

A born storyteller, Eldon never met a stranger. Eldon loved to talk about his hometown of Holly Bluff and the people in it. A family genealogy buff, he was the go-to person for any and all information regarding the Screws family or just about anyone in Yazoo or Sharkey County, Mississippi.

Eldon loved his family above all else and was very proud of his children and grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all.

The family has honored Eldon’s wishes for cremation. There will be a small family ceremony at a later date.