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Elizabeth L. Wheatley, widow of George Grady Wheatley, died Tuesday, October 14, 2014.
Born in Greenville County, she was a homemaker and lifelong member of Rutherford Road Baptist Church who enjoyed singing in the choir and volunteering where needed.
Surviving are a daughter, Vera Sweet; five grandchildren, Mandy Ellison, Connie Roy, Brian Sweet, Mary Elizabeth Bobo, and Gina Goy; twelve great grandchildren; nine great great grandchildren; and a sister, Frances Wilson.
She was predeceased by a son, George Grady Wheatley, Jr.; two sisters; and two brothers.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 19, 2014 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. The funeral service will be held at Rutherford Road Baptist Church on Monday, October 20, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park.
The family will be at the residence.
Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of the Piedmont, 408 W Alexander Ave., Greenwood, SC 296464.
Condolences may be sent to www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Patty Palis
May 6, 2025
I went to church with her and her son George. What a blessing to have known them. She sang so strong. Patty Palis
Joan Smith
October 19, 2014
Vera, So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. I remember your family from the Southern Worsted Mill Village,
years ago. I am Joan Vaughn Smith(my
father was Pete Vaughn.) I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Joan Smith
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