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GEORGE K. ELIADES
INDIAN LAND, S.C. — George K. Eliades, 85, of Indian Land, South Carolina, formerly of Lumberton, and Fairfax, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022.
He was born in Latta, South Carolina on Nov. 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 4 p.m. on Oct. 1 at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Lumberton, with Pastor LeRoy Burke officiating. Following the service, there will be a reception at the Holiday Inn at 101 Wintergreen Drive in Lumberton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Online condolences can be made by visiting www.FloydMortuary.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Eliades
Anne Wand
September 30, 2022
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!
Macy and Nancy Foster
September 29, 2022
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
Sue West
September 28, 2022
So sorry to hear about George’s passing , such a nice gentleman always.
Jim Williams
September 20, 2022
George was a fine gentlemen and neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.
Deborah Palmer
September 20, 2022
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! ❤
Cille Richardson
September 19, 2022
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
Jim & Donna Kennedy
September 19, 2022
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
Nathan Floyd
September 19, 2022
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 wind at 2 miles per hour run through you everywhere you go , May our Illuminated light make your life so Bright that all your supplies are delivered to you with laughter and psalms hymed just for you.
Nancy Bennett
September 19, 2022
Nancy dear, our condolences on the passing of George. It was a pleasure knowing George. God bless you and your family.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins
September 19, 2022
I express my most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. George Eliades. May God give you comfort and peace to help ease the pain of your loss.
Sincerely,
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