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June 27, 1933 - January 18, 2021

Elzora Louise Gore- Lee was born on June 27, 1933, in Gypsy Oklahoma to Cora Belle Gore Little, age 45, and John Henry "Tink" Gore, age 50.  She was the 11th sibling of 12.

She was the last living child of Cora and John.

Elzora married Jack Byrl Harden in Nunn, Colorado in 1952 after he ordered a cheeseburger from her while she was waitressing and they eloped 3 days later. Elzora and Jack had 4 children: Clark Harden, Jackie Harden, Rick Harden and Tamitha (lee) Harden.

Elzora met Donald Lee and married in April of 1975. They lived in Bakersfield and divorced in 1988.

Elzora opened her home to many children and family was always welcome. She worked hard to keep her house on Oswell Street a place where food was always on the table and stories around the fireplace was a must.  Her grand children have Always taken precedent in her life. Tiffany Harden, John Harden, Terra Harden (Woll), Jessica Litton, David Harden, David Sizemore, Christina Sizemore (Sam), Raven Harden, Hunter Harden, Taryn Jokel, Taylor Apodaca, great grand babies and even great- great grandbabies.

After having some health issues, she came to live in Loveland, Colorado with her youngest daughter Tamitha in 2015. She loved watching WWE wrestling, and watching every western that was made. She gained her angel wings on January 18, 2021 at home resting peacefully.

A Celebration of Life will be held on her birthday June 27th 2021. Location to be announced. Thank you all for your thoughtfulness, love and prayers.