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BORN
1928
DIED
2025
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Reatha Elks Obituary
Reatha Inez Hardy Elks passed away on July 3, 2025 after several years of Dementia at Oakhaven Assisted Living of Greenville.
A graveside service will be held 1:00PM Monday July 7, 2025 at Oakdale Cemetery and will be officiated by Kevin Whaley.
Reatha grew up in the Old Ford/ VOA area of Beaufort County, she attended Old Ford and Washington Schools. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church of Washington.
Reatha is survived by a son, Gentry Earl Elks, Jr. and wife Judy of Greenville/ Simpson area, a sister, Julie Smith and husband Jesse of Washington, two in-laws, Nancy Hardy and Janet Williams of Washington.
Also surviving are grandsons, Tracy Elks of Blackjack, Michael Elks and wife Elizabeth of Jacksonville, a step grandson, Neil Everette and wife Kendra of Austin, TX, 10 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
She is preceded in death by her husband Gentry Elks, Sr. after 60 years of marriage, her parents, Doc and Inez Hardy, three brothers, Charles Hardy, Philbert Hardy, Jerome Hardy, three sisters, Iola Griffin, Mavis Manning and Melba Hardy.
Paul Funeral Home & Crematory of Washington is honored to serve the Elks family.
Memories and Condolences
for Reatha Elks
8 Entries
Kathryn Vick
July 7, 2025
Earl, thinking of you and your family as you honor your lovely Mother today. Always one of our favorite family members, she was a beautiful, elegant Southern lady full of charm and personality. As time softens grief, I know you will embrace all the memories you have of this precious lady.
Julian and Debbie Cutler
July 5, 2025
Deepest sympathy.
Jerry Boyd
July 4, 2025
Earl, Aunt Reatha was always a beacon of life, ever cheerful and talkative - she will be missed! Ever spry and witty,
she was gifted with a quick, ready smile and a statement that would captivate :) Prayers for you and family as you mourn her passing, and may God bestow peace and comfort. HIS every Blessing !
Susan Basnight
July 3, 2025
Mrs. Elks was always so kind and a bright spot in the grocery store. Earl, you and your family are in my heart and thoughts. Susan Smith Basnight
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Elbert (Peter) Boyd. —. Nephew
July 3, 2025
Earl, you have my deepest condolences in the loss of your MOM. She was one of my favorite aunts, a truly classy lady!
Gaye Paul
July 3, 2025
Earl and Judy, so sorry for your loss. Looks like your Mom had a blessed life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time.
Bill and Tyresia French
July 3, 2025
Earl and Judy
Keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Tina & Alan Jordan
July 3, 2025
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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