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Stewart Witney Elliott
SPARTANBURG, SC- Stewart Witney Elliott passed away on Friday, June 5, 2015, after a brief illness. He was 77 years old.
Born in Detroit, Mich. on August 28, 1937, Stewart was the son of James McKinney Elliott and Ella Crawford Heath Elliott. He was predeceased by his one brother, James McKinney Elliott, Jr. who passed away in 2013.
Stewart spent his childhood in Hinsdale, Ill., graduated from Virginia Episcopal School, earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South in 1960, and later earned a Masters Degree from Converse College. He lived briefly in Richmond, VA, where he was active in the Jaycees and was named Key Man of the Year two years in a row, before settling in Spartanburg in the early 1970s. He remained an intentional and willing servant of the town and its people throughout his life.
Stewart married Anne Elizabeth Mayo in 1977, and the couple had two daughters - Witney Heath Elliott Fisher (Dr. Tim) and Mary Elizabeth Elliott Edwards (Trey). He worked for District 7 for over thirty years as an Educator, Registrar, and Administrative Assistant. He will be remembered fondly by many as the statistician for the Spartanburg Vikings basketball and football programs. Spartanburg High School students will remember Mr. Elliott as the one who called out their name at graduation. He volunteered his time and energy for numerous non-profits, notably St. Luke's Free Clinic and Mobile Meals. Stewart saw the best in all people, and treated everyone he met with kindness and a smile. He was passionate about education and for over a decade committed himself to the Citizen Scholar program, both as a Board member and a mentor. Stewart encouraged and supported countless students to apply themselves, and to believe in themselves. Stewart loved all sports, mentored numerous students into college, loved spending time with his family, and loved his church, The Episcopal Church of the Advent, at which he served in numerous capacities, from youth basketball coach, youth leader to the Vestry and Stewardship Chairman.
As well as his wife and two daughters, Stewart is survived by five beloved grandchildren; Elizabeth Ammons Edwards, Thomas Harrison Edwards (Toby) and James Henry Edwards, and Elliott McKerchar Fisher (Ellie) and David Heath Fisher.
Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, June 9, at 3:30 p.m. at the Episcopal Church of the Advent officiated by the Reverend Clay H. Turner and Reverend Deborah D. Apoldo. Interment will follow the service in the Cleveland Bell Tower Columbarium with a reception following in the Parrish and Community Life Center.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Episcopal Church of the Advent Foundation, Mobile Meals, or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stewart Elliott
June 22, 2015
Dear Anne,
Helen Walton sent a message about the loss of your husband, Stewart.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I enjoyed talking with him during our reunions.
I do hope to see you in Danville for our 55th.
Most fondly,
Jane Collie Heitzler
Linda Bilanchone
June 19, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 12, 2015
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Elliott. I got to know him in the late 1970s and early 1980s when I was the statistician at Union High School.
He was a complete gentleman in all that he did, and will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure to have known him.
Lanny Maness
Anderson, SC
Chip Smith
June 12, 2015
God's peace to Stuart and his family. It was quite an honor to have known such a sincere and caring person as Stuart. I will miss seeing him in church and on the football field.
Jo Snipes Murphy
June 10, 2015
I learned so much from Mr. Elliott as a student and as a friend and co-worker. He had such a sweet spirit and a genuine compassion for others, no matter who they were. He leaves such an amazing legacy.
mella griggs
June 9, 2015
Dear Anne and family,
I offer you heartfelt sympathy for your loss.We are never prepared to say that final goodbye.May your hearts be lifted at the outpouring of love and prayers.
Mella Griggs
brett tolliver
June 9, 2015
So sad to hear of mr. Elliot's passing.fond memories of a truly great person and even greater sports fan.He did so much for SHS sports and helped all involved (coaches-players)but his real passion was people.The warmth he gave by treating everyone like he knew them.From the coaches to the students,he treated you like a old friend.Stewart will be missed and i truly know he is now tracking stats of those he left behind!!!!!
Chris Harakas
June 9, 2015
Mr. Elliott was a great educator, friend and customer. I have known him since my Spartan High days. He will surely be missed. May his memory be eternal...
Jenny Gray
June 9, 2015
Well Mr. Elliott I hope you RIP. I will truly miss you! I know you always kept Coach Lowe in Line. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am sorry to the family for such a loss. But I know youll be doing stats in heaven! Ill miss you!
Birdie Dunlap
June 9, 2015
Mr. Elliott was a very nice man. His kindness will never be forgotten. Prayers lifted for his family...for I know he will truly be missed!!!
June 8, 2015
To the family of Stewart Elliott. I would like to offer my deepest sympathy and condolences on the passing of a true Southern Gentleman, a dedicated teacher, registrar, and an outstanding statistician. Stewart was a matter of fact individual who wanted to make sure that whatever endeavor he was involved in that it was going to be right, correct and to the point.
It was a treasure to hear him talk about sports topics, the Vikings, and other items of interest at our lunch table in the faculty cafeteria. Stewart was one person who could give and take with some of the table banter, especially when he would refer to his social security number as #1.
The faculty enjoyed hearing Stewart's voice over the intercom and especially at the end of the year roast of certain faculty members departing or retiring from SHS.
Stewart had a great deal of character, fortitude, as well as a true patriot to our country and to SHS.
Stewart was admired by one and all. The Elliott family should be blessed by the Grace of God.
I am thankful that I had the opportunity to be a member of the SHS faculty, as a JV girls Basketball coach and as a history teacher. Stewart was one administrator who showed a great deal of interest in my warfare class. He enjoyed discussing military battles and tactics during our lunch period. Stewart cared about faculty members a great deal.
The Vikings will forever have a legacy of one, Stewart Elliott, who cared about the athletic program, as well as caring about the athletes.
The family can be proud of the memories coming forth about Stewart. May God's Grace be with your family as a fine Christian is checking on the stats with the angels in Heaven. God Bless Stewart.
Ben Lineberry - Pauline, South Carolina
Jeremy Pruett
June 8, 2015
A more honorable man cannot be found on this Earth. Mr. Elliott welcomed me with open arms when I started teaching at SHS 1997. He always made time to stop and speak to me and we talked about everything. I miss our conversations about the Braves the most since he was a huge fan just like me. The halls of our school no longer reverberate with his booming voice, telling us which period students should be in. That awesome voice will fit in well in heaven. You were a great man, Mr. Elliott and a shining example of how to treat others. May we all strive to be like you.
Mary Ann Powell Kirby
June 8, 2015
Dearest Anne and your Families,
Our prayers are with you during the passing of Stewart's passing! He will always be as close to you as your own heart beat! May GOD and HIS angels watch over you and wrap you in their wings, lift you up and give you Peace. Love, Mary Ann Powell Kirby
eddie bogan
June 7, 2015
My History teacher at Carver Junior High...Absolutely one of the finest teachers District 7 ever ever had...my love goes to the family...YOU ARE THE BEST STEWART...heaven is a better place
Joe Sessoms
June 7, 2015
I was truly saddened to learn of my long time good friend Stewart Elliott's passing. He was the consummate professional. For more than 20 seasons, he served alongside me as the official game statistician on the Shrine Bowl of the Carolina's radio broadcast heard annually by over 100 radio stations throughout the Carolina's. His instant recall was incredible. He was the best of the best. Stewart was one of the most respected people that I have ever had the privilege of knowing because of his kindness and caring for others. Spartanburg has truly been blessed because he passed our way.
To Stewart's family and friends. May the God of our fathers hold you in the palm of his hand during this most unsettling time.
Joe Sessoms
Shrine Bowl of The Carolina's
Joe Clarke
June 7, 2015
My sincere condolences to Anne, Witney,Mary ,and the entire Elliott family. As a colleague and friend for 40 years , I admired and respected him for his loyalty, dedication , and his desire to do whatever was necessary to serve the students at SHS. If you wanted a lively conversation, just mention a sports topic and Stewart would impress you with his knowledge . He possessed so many positive attributes but perhaps his greatest was that he was such a true gentleman. He was one of a kind and will be missed by so many - but we will never forget him.
Chris Hill
June 7, 2015
I was very saddened to hear of Stewart's passing and know that the entire Viking community shares in this sadness. He was a classy gentleman and I will always fondly remember his wittiness and incredible memory. May God bless his family and friends during this difficult time. A great Viking, indeed.
Eileen and Michael Baird
June 7, 2015
Thoughts and prayers for the Elliott family. We will remember Stewart for his ever positive and encouraging ways and as a true gentleman. We had many wonderful discussions.
Paula Pickens
June 7, 2015
Bobby and I are prayerfully remembering you and your family, Whitney, with much love.
B. Joyce Washington
June 7, 2015
I am extending my deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Elliott. My opinion of him was that he was very smart and talented in all the projects that he undertook. I am sorry I cannot be with you. I worked at Carver Jr. High during '74-'77.
Sherri Skelton
June 7, 2015
A kind and gentle man. I had the pleasure of working with him at St. Luke's. He will be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts for his family in this difficult time.
Kathleen jolly
June 7, 2015
Ann, you and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers!! Kathleen Jolly
Susan Wessinger
June 7, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Elliott was my teacher and friend during my time at Carver Junior High. His teachings have had a great influence on my adult life.
Amy and Sean Hargett
June 7, 2015
Deepest Sympathies for the loss your family is going through at this time. Praying for peace and strength for everyone that knew and loved him.
EARL WATERS
June 7, 2015
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HE WAS A GREAT TEACHER
Janet & David Fisher
June 7, 2015
We were so sorry to hear of Stewart's passing. Our thoughts are with you Anne,and with the girls and their families, at this very sad and difficult time. We are thinking of you all and sending you our love across the miles xxx
Mark Dempsey
June 7, 2015
Mr. Elliott was a great man. Although I worked at Spartanburg High for only one year, I have always appreciated the way he treated me with such kindness and respect. I know he will be missed. May God Bless his family and grant them a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Nancy AND MIKE Corbin
June 7, 2015
We will miss Stewart's warm, friendly smile and lively contribution to basketball debates. We send love and hugs.
The Staff of Lanford-Dunbar Funeral Home
June 7, 2015
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
The Rev. Canon Dr. Beth Wickenberg Ely
June 6, 2015
Stewart was always ready to help and did so with a smile. His friendship and support meant so much to me when I served at the Advent. The world has lost a kind and gentle soul. Blessings and prayers to the family during this difficult time.
Ken Cox
June 6, 2015
Mr. Elliott was one of the finest men I ever came in contact with at SHS. He was not only an Administrator but a friend. Always willing to help the school and its students. He made a lasting impact on so many of us. Thank you for sharing his life with many thankful SHS graduates.
Todd Ward
June 6, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are extended to the family. Mr. Elliott is part of my fond memories of SHS.
Bea Chamblee
June 6, 2015
Words cannot express my sadness. Stewart was a blessing to his family, friends, co-workers, and his beloved SHS Vikings. We will miss him in so many ways and pray for all who suffer in his loss. Rest in Peace my Friend.
Susan Jett
June 6, 2015
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Susan Jett
Wise Chiropractic
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