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George E. Elder, Jr.
1947 - 2019
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To Shirldean & Family, Always remember, those we love are never really gone. They'll will always have a cherished place in our hearts. My Deepest Sympathy
Sabrin Everson & Family
August 23, 2019 | Chester, VA | Coworker
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So sorry to hear of George passing. We loved him and the family very much. We all was like family in Western Hill Subdivision. His present will be miss. Gone to soon. But always will be remembered. Praying for the family for strength now and in the days ahead. The Noise Family. R. I. P family until we meet again.
Teresa Edmonds
August 23, 2019 | Hopewell, VA | Family
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Sending my deepest condolences to Naomi and family. Keeping the family in prayers during this difficult time.
Bertha Williams Bland
August 23, 2019 | Petersburg, VA | Neighbor
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Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Vilma Short
August 22, 2019 | Petersburg, VA
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Abram Venable
August 21, 2019 | Petersburg, VA | Neighbor
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While no words of ours can ease your lost, we just wanted you to know that we are grieving with you and thinking about you constantly.
Emily & Keith Ezell
August 21, 2019
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May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sharon, Jewel and Tony Flowers
August 20, 2019 | Va. Beach, VA | Family
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Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Manya Green
August 17, 2019 | Newport News, VA
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Obituaries
George's Obituaries
Mr. George E. Elder, Jr. of 1934 Walton Street, Petersburg VA, (formerly of Carter Street Petersburg VA), departed this life on August 12, 2019 in Columbia Maryland with his loving and devoted wife by his side. He was born on February 10, 1947 to the late George Everette Elder, Sr. and Naomi G. Glass. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ronnie Elder.
George attended Petersburg Public Schools. He graduated and received his Bachelor’s degree from Virginia State College (University). George served as a Jet Mechanic in the United States Air Force. After serving in the military he was employed and retired from DuPont after 36 years of service.
He was very family oriented and love spending time with his grandchildren. He loved traveling and being the camera man during every event or vacation. He will truly be missed by all who know and love him.
George leaves precious memories to his wife, Shirldean Elder; children, George Everette Elder III (Bugg) of Petersburg, VA, Jewel Q. Elder of Columbia MD, and Jermaine Wright Petersburg, VA; grandchildren, Quinette Elder and Anthony Elder both Columbia, MD, Ashia Elder of Hampton, VA, Courtenay Elder of Indianapolis IN, Shaniya Elder and Sade Briggs both Petersburg VA; great grandchildren, Markell Elder and Taliyah Elder both of Columbia MD, Journey Elder Indianapolis IN; sisters, Naomi D. Elder (Carl) of Washington DC, and Phyllis Davis Kissimmee, FL; sisters-in-law, Barbara Elder of Stony Creek VA, Barbara Brown of South Chesterfield, VA, and Hazel Williams of Petersburg,VA; brother-in-law, James Vaughan of Petersburg, VA; nieces, devoted Nikki Elder Gwaltney (Brian) of Columbia MD, and Agatha Johnson (Bert) of Maryland; nephews, Ronnie J. Elder (Davida) of Stony Creek, VA, Curtis Jefferson (Jackie) of Prince George, VA, Orlando Davis and Carroll Davis (Lonnice) both of Maryland; a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Service will be held 1:00 P.M., Friday, August 23, 2019 at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 1021 Halifax Street, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Lamont A. Hobbs, Pastor, eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.The family will assemble 12:00 Noon the day of the service and will also receive friends at 7441 Cross Point Lane, Prince George, VA.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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