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Edmee Elliott Obituary

Edmee Elliott, 94, was born in Louisiana and passed away Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010.    Edmee graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Library Science and was a school librarian for over 50 years.    During World War II, she enlisted in the Armed Services as a librarian and was posted to the South Pacific. Edmee, a life-long student, never tired of taking classes ''" Italian, painting, weaving and tap dancing to name a few. She played tennis, loved working in her garden, traveling, reading and engaging in lively political discourse. Her generosity of spirit and knowledge enriched the lives of everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her curiosity about the world and its people, and her warm smile that lit up the room and warmed the hearts of those around her. Edmee is survived by her daughters Lisa Elliott (Stephen Young) and Linda Elliott (Ray Johnson); granddaughters Savitri and Sabrina Young, and  many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, it would have pleased Edmee to have donations made to San Luis Obispo Friends of the Library or  San Luis Obispo Art Center.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Dec. 8, 2010.

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Loree Alexander Monroe

December 15, 2010

I worked with Mrs. Elliott for a period a day while part of the first 9th grade class at Laguna Jr Hi. I loved books and she was wonderful in her support of my reading and her true and honest interest in me and what I thought. One day she asked me if I thought the cover of a certain book was too risque`. Then she explained to me what risque` meant.
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Fran Dukehart

December 9, 2010

Dear Edmee, I can hear in my heart's mind, the cadence of your voice and your lady like southern accent, your word sense, and your sense of humor. I am glad that to have had my life uplifted by being in your circle of friends. Love All Ways,Fran Dukehart

December 9, 2010

Edmee Darlin....
You were the epitome of a strong, brilliant and humble person. I will treasure your sense of humor. I will remember the deep family bonds with Lisa, Linda and others of us that you made feel like family. I will smile when I think of "nursing you back to health" when you scared us with a high temperature. I will remember how you were a life long learner.
I loved coming to your home (first time I ever tasted tuna mixed with apple!) and looking at your collection of travel artifacts.
What stands out in my mind when I smile and think about you is how you told the school district, when you retired, that "I have a perfect place in my garage for this plaque!"
You were truly a lovely southern belle! Love you....miss you!
sheila kircher

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Lynn Neal

December 8, 2010

I had the pleasure of meeting Edmee a few years back and realized that she was the librarian at Laguna Jr High when I attended there many, many years ago. What a wonderfully warm and interesting person. My thoughts and prayers go out to her daughters, extended family and friends, especially her oldest and dearest friend Melba. Lynn Neal

December 8, 2010

Edmee was an elegant, gracious lady and a role model for other Librarians and book people.
Deborah Schlanser

December 8, 2010

I have very fond memories of knowing and working with Edmee..at Laguna Jr. High..she was truly wonderful person with whom I was fortunate to know and consider a Colleague. Jim Renzi

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