Photo courtesy of Floyd Mortuary and Crematory Inc. - Lumberton
Lumberton, North Carolina
Nov 7, 1936 – Sep 14, 2022
George K. Eliades, age 85, of Indian Land, SC, formerly of Lumberton, NC and Fairfax, VA, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. He was born in Latta, SC on November 7, 1936 to the late Louis Eliades and the late Ida Hair Eliades. Prior to his retirement, he had been the CEO of several trade associations in the Washington, D.C. area. He loved traveling and enjoyed fine food. His great joy was coaching his sons in youth basketball and later playing bridge.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David.
Mr. Eliades is survived by his wife, Nancy Wilkins Eliades; his children, Ryan (Sara) and Kevin (Christine); his very special granddaughters, Katie and Maddie; his niece, Darby (Jason); and two grandnieces and his nephew, Alexander.
A graveside memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 4:00PM at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Lumberton, NC with Pastor LeRoy Burke officiating. Following the service, there will be a reception at the Holiday Inn at 101 Wintergreen Drive in Lumberton, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
We have such happy memories of our family with George. I especially loved when he visited me in college and surprised me at my job! I also loved his strong southern accent! All my love to Nancy, Kevin and Ryan!
Anne Wand
September 30, 2022 | Gresham, OR | Friend
Nancy, we want you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
I was planning to be there Saturday and will if the weather co-operates.
Sending lots of love..
Nancy and Macy
Macy and Nancy Foster
September 29, 2022 | Henderson, NC | Friend
So sorry to hear about George’s passing , such a nice gentleman always.
Sue West
September 28, 2022 | LUMBERTON, NC | Friend
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Papadakis family
September 23, 2022
George was a fine gentlemen and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Jim Williams
September 20, 2022 | Indian Land, SC | Neighbor
What a wonderful man of Christ. We know he is in The Lord’s warm embrace and awaiting our beautiful reunion in heaven! What a joyous day that will be!
Nancy, Hank and I would like you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending hugs your way! ❤
Deborah Palmer
September 20, 2022 | York, SC | Friend
Nancy, Randy and me are so very sorry for the loss of your precious husband. we are keeping you close in our hearts and prayers and may God give you lots of comfort and his perfect peace as George is with the Lord now and you will see him again one day in heaven and what a glorious day that will be. lots of love and prayers and hugs.
Cille and Randy Richardson
Cille Richardson
September 19, 2022 | Fort Mill, SC | Friend
Nancy, our sincerest condolences to you and the family. George was a very kind, sweet gentleman that Jim and I had the pleasure of greeting from time to time on your driveway. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jim and Donna Kennedy
Jim & Donna Kennedy
September 19, 2022 | Neighbor
May you Rest in Eternal Peace Have a Bright and Beautiful Healthy Day
May the sun the moon the stars and stripes, Time and space be with you every day and every night and protect you and your family with Gods true Light and follow you everywhere you go , may every bird in the sky fly especially for you , may every Star in the sky be lit extra Bright every night Just For You, may rose shaped rain drops keep falling on your head every time it rains especially for you, May vertical...
Nathan Floyd
September 19, 2022 | Herndon, VA | Neighbor
