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Carol Elliott Obituary
of Brackney, Pa.
Carol Ann Elliott, 70, of Brackney, Pa., passed away on Monday, September 22, 2008, at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton, Pa., after an extended illness. She was born in Johnson City, N.Y., to the late Ellsworth and Bernita (Pollard) Greenough. Her husband of 50 years, Robert Elliott, survives. Also surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Becky and Ray Shultz, Brackney, Pa.; son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Betty Elliott, Madisonville, Pa.; grandchildren, Alicia Fraser-Natzle, Mark Fraser, Kaitlynn, Bryan and Brandon Shultz, Jerry Jr., Jeff and Paul Elliott; great-grandson, Hunter Elliott; two sisters and brother-in-law, Donna Foster, Brackney, Sharon and Bob Foster, Syracuse, N.Y.; brother and sister-in-law, Dave and Sandy Greenough, Brackney, Pa.; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her infant daughter; brothers, Dennis, Roger, and Robert; and sister, Linda. Carol was an active lifetime member in the Silver Lake Presbyterian Church, former member of the Silver Lake Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary, and Activities Director for the Vestal Nursing Center for many years. She enjoyed teaching ceramics out of her home for many years, going to craft shows, camping out at the Harford Fair, and helping others. Carol was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2008, at the Silver Lake Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Kenneth Garnsey and Pastor Rick Rosenkrans officiating. Interment will be in the Quaker Lake Cemetery, Silver Lake Twp., Pa. Visitations will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Silver Lake Presbyterian Church for the Bell Tower Chimes.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Elliott
laurie spry
September 27, 2008
Bob,Becky,Jerry and family;
God Bless you all! Carol was a wonderful lady! She did a lot for her community! May you find peace...
Tonya McPeek
September 26, 2008
Bob, Becky, and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Carol was a wonderful lady! May God give all of you the strength you need at this time. Take care and God Bless.
Elaine & Bud Kaiser
September 25, 2008
Bob, We didn't know Carol a long time but the time that we did spend with you both was precious. We know that she is with God and for that we are happy. If we can help you in any way please call on us.
Bud & Elaine Kaiser
Jim & Barb Hall
September 24, 2008
Bob and family our thoughts are with you in these times. We know Carol is in a better place with friends and family.
Bill & Jackie Sanders
September 24, 2008
Dear Bob and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing so many people care for you.
We will be praying you find peace and comfort in Carol's homegoing. Although it's hard to imagine now, God will reach down and return your joy in His timing. "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." Psalm 30:5
May He grant you peace and comfort.
Kim Sanford
September 24, 2008
Dear Becky, Ray, and Family
I am so sorry to learn that your mom/grandma has passed on. Take comfort in the many happy memories you have of her and know that she loved her family. Becky...I know that she appreciated your loving care throughout her long illness. She will be waiting to see you in heaven when the time comes. I love ya Beck.
Colleen Millard
September 24, 2008
Uncle Bob, Becky, Jerry, and families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Carol was a wonderul lady and I will never forget her smile and laugh. May God comfort you as you grieve your loss and give you peace & hope knowing that she is now in her eternal home in the presence of Jesus and with those she loved who have gone before her.
Colleen Millard & family
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalm 116:15
Ruth & Chip Yonkin
September 24, 2008
Becky, Ray & family - Our thoughts are with you. You know that if you need anything you can call us, anytime! Your Mom was a wonderful woman and I have a lot of memories of her from when I was younger. She will be missed by my family and by the whole community.
Merna & Howard& Douglas Colwell
September 23, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.One "glorious day"we shall all meet on that"Golden Shore"'in that "House of Many Mansions".May God grant you a strong faith and bless and sustain you!!
Joyce Stephens
September 23, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss of Carol. I remember all the fun Red and I used to have at Laurel Lake with your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Joyce Stephens
(Ron and Lynda)
April Dorber
September 23, 2008
Rich and I both worked with Carol at the Vestal Nursing Center and also with Ray at Catholic Charities. She was a great Activities Director and a great person. We are sorry for your loss.
Rich and April Dorber
Nancy Monte
September 23, 2008
Mark and Tiffany, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandma. I know she was very special to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the family.
Jane Pierce
September 23, 2008
Becky, Ray and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about your mom. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clyde, Jane & Cody Pierce
Gail Lord
September 23, 2008
MY Sweet Becky, Ray and Children, My heart goes out to all of you. Your Mother was such a Wonderful and Kind, Sweet Lady. Tom and I thought so much of her. She was a SPECIAL LADY, AS IS THE HUSBAND SHE MARRIED AND THE CHILDREN SHE RAISED. I feel very privileged to have know your Mom. May God watch over you and your family at this sad time. All my Love Gail Lord
Betty Foster
September 23, 2008
Bob and family:
Sorry to hear about Carol. Many memories have been in my thoughts. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Betty Foster
Derwood and Anne Mason
September 23, 2008
Sincere condolences from Derwood and Anne Mason.
Karen Shattuck
September 23, 2008
We're so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.
Karen Shattuck
Carol Sodon
Mary Larrabee
September 23, 2008
Bob I am so sorry to hear about Carol. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Terri Peters
September 23, 2008
Bob, Carol will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful lady, and I enjoyed the pleasure of working with her for so many years.
Carol Salisbury
September 23, 2008
Bob and family,
So sorry for your loss. I have known Carol for years and she was a wonderful person. My heart goes out to you and your family.
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