Celebrating the life of
Gladys Ross Elliott
Passed away on August 04, 2014
A true Southern lady dedicated to her family and her faith
Gladys Ross Elliott, 90, widow of Lt. Col. Laurence E. Elliott, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 04, 2014, at the home of her daughter.
Mrs. Elliott was born September 6, 1923 in Deatsville, Alabama to the late John A. and Maggie N. Ross. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her son, James L. Elliott; one sister, Dorothy R. Daigneau ; and her brother, Jack C. Ross.
After graduation from Marbury High School she married her "Buddy" on May 24, 1942 and moved to Savannah in 1955 where she was a homemaker. She and her husband were devoted long-time members of Cokesbury United Methodist Church, and in later years, of Grace United Methodist Church. She was active in the women's circles and the Faithful Sunday School class. Due to her failing health, she spent her last years in Chapin, South Carolina.
Mrs. Elliott is survived by one son, J. Gary Elliott (Joyce); two daughters, Angela E. Mishoe (Jim) and Lisa E. Chism (Tony); daughter-in-law, Beth B. Elliott; six grandsons and six granddaughters; twenty great-grandchildren; her sister, Nell R. Sellers; and several nieces and nephews.
A true Southern Lady, she leaves behind a legacy of graciousness and a fierce love of her family. Known as “Lollie” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she will be sorely missed.
The family would like to give special thanks to her caretakers for their diligent and loving care during these last months of her life.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 8, 2014 with Visitation to begin at 12:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel. Interment at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens will immediately follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that remembrances be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 919 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1000, Chicago, IL 60611.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
My condolences to the Peveler family I am so sorry for you loss. May Jehovah be with your family in your time of greif we all know how you feel because we all have loss someone we love. But you can have hope because God has said there is going to be a resurrection for all mankind . At John 5:28,29 it talkes about a resurrection hope . Again I am sorry for your loss.
- Mary cooper, Savannah, Ga
Angie and Lisa, I'm so sorry about your mom. She was one of my favorite people at Cokesbury and could always make me laugh. Gladys was one of a kind and certainly a joy to know. I hope to see you tomorrow.
- Judi Blake, Savannah, GA
Lisa and Angie, A Mother occupies our hearts as no other person in our lives. When the time comes for them to leave this earth we experience a pain like no other. Lollie is experiencing a new journey where she is whole again in mind and spirit. She is on this journey with Pop and Jimmy. Always remember she is the one watching over you now. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Debbie and Steve Hodges, Augusta , GA
Lollie was a lovely person, both inside and out. She was gracious and graceful and appeared to grow more beautiful with age. My heart aches over the losses the Elliott family has endured over the past several years. I have been blessed to be a part of their extended family. On Monday I have an appointment at Duke University to be tested to participate in a long term Alzheimer's drug study. I am doing this for those we have loved and lost - our sweet Jimmy, Pop and Lollie - and for all those we love who may be in the path of this terrible disease. My love and prayers are with you all today as you celebrate Lollie's long and productive life and her reunion with her loved ones in Heaven.
- Sarah Brooks Joyner, Cary, NC
Lisa, My heart goes out to you and your family as you mourn the loss of your sweet mother. We have both been so fortunate to have our parents with us for so long, but that does not lessen the pain of their passing. My love to you always, dear friend.
- Terri Linda Davison, Cheshire, CT
My condolences to the Peveler family I am so sorry for you loss. May Jehovah be with your family in your time of greif we all know how you feel because we all have loss someone we love. But you can have hope because God has said there is going to be a resurrection for all mankind . At John 5:28,29 it talkes about a resurrection hope . Again I am sorry for your loss.
- Mary cooper, Savannah, Ga
Angie and Lisa, I'm so sorry about your mom. She was one of my favorite people at Cokesbury and could always make me laugh. Gladys was one of a kind and certainly a joy to know. I hope to see you tomorrow.
- Judi Blake, Savannah, GA
Lisa and Angie, A Mother occupies our hearts as no other person in our lives. When the time comes for them to leave this earth we experience a pain like no other. Lollie is experiencing a new journey where she is whole again in mind and spirit. She is on this journey with Pop and Jimmy. Always remember she is the one watching over you now. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Debbie and Steve Hodges, Augusta , GA
Lollie was a lovely person, both inside and out. She was gracious and graceful and appeared to grow more beautiful with age. My heart aches over the losses the Elliott family has endured over the past several years. I have been blessed to be a part of their extended family. On Monday I have an appointment at Duke University to be tested to participate in a long term Alzheimer's drug study. I am doing this for those we have loved and lost - our sweet Jimmy, Pop and Lollie - and for all those we love who may be in the path of this terrible disease. My love and prayers are with you all today as you celebrate Lollie's long and productive life and her reunion with her loved ones in Heaven.
- Sarah Brooks Joyner, Cary, NC
Lisa, My heart goes out to you and your family as you mourn the loss of your sweet mother. We have both been so fortunate to have our parents with us for so long, but that does not lessen the pain of their passing. My love to you always, dear friend.
- Terri Linda Davison, Cheshire, CT
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
