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Eloise Jackson Obituary

Eloise Taylor Jackson died on Monday, December 6, 2010 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh at the age of 89.
She was predeceased by her husband of 31 years, William E. (Bill) Jackson, the former “Voice of the Wolfpack.”
Eloise was born in 1921 in Auburn, AL and grew up in Greensboro, the daughter of W. Raymond Taylor and Bertie Y. Taylor. She graduated from Woman’s College (now UNC-Greensboro) in 1942. Eloise retired in 1999 from the North Carolina Museum of History where she worked for more than 25 years as librarian. She was a devoted member of Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh for more than 50 years. She also served for many years on the N.C. Governor’s Council on Aging.
She is survived by her three daughters, Catherine J. Morris and husband, Ed Morris of Raleigh, Elaine J. Bowen and husband, Cliff Bowen of Raleigh, and Jean J. Lancaster and husband, Mark Gilbert of Hudson, NC.
She will be greatly missed by her three grandsons, Dylan T. Morris of Raleigh, Jarrett L. Lancaster of New York City and J. Greyson Lancaster of Greensboro.
Eloise was preceded in death by her parents, brother, William R. Taylor, Jr. and sister, Elizabeth Taylor White.
A memorial service will be held in the sanctuary of Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh at 3:00 in the afternoon on Monday, December 13.
Family will receive friends in the church parlor immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hayes Barton Baptist Church television ministry or to a charity of your choice.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Wake Forest. (919-556-5811)
www.brightfunerals.com

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Published by The News & Observer on Dec. 8, 2010.

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Raymond White

December 11, 2010

much love to you all

Carroll Jarrett

December 10, 2010

Cathy, Elaine and Jean, I was sad to get the news that Aunt Eloise had passed away. My fondest memories of spending time with Aunt Eloise was when she taught me how to make those beautiful beaded flowers - so long ago.

I will pray for all of you to have a peacefulness in your minds and hearts that only our Lord can provide.

much love, Carroll White Jarrett (Jack, Jessica, Jeremy and Justin)

Oliver Crawley

December 9, 2010

Elaine and Jean, I am saddened to learn of your mother's passing. I am reminded of how caring you were Elain when both of my parents passed away. I pray you will be filled with many happy memories.

Ann Rosar

December 9, 2010

Elaine, my heart goes out to you and your family at this sad time. Much love to you - Ann Arey Rosar

December 9, 2010

Dear Elaine,

I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady, as I well remember after all these years. Take comfort in knowing she is with your Dad, and at peace.

Love, Kathie (Vivrett) Kallam

December 9, 2010

Jean, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family. Nita and Jack Murray

John Thompson

December 8, 2010

Elaine,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your fondest memories of your mother bring you comfort at this time.

Beth Handley

December 8, 2010

Cathy and Ed,

I am so sorry about your mother. She was the epitome of Southern grace and charm. I will see you next Monday, but please let me know if I can help you in any way.

Robin Baneth

December 8, 2010

Eloise was always kind to everyone around her and even to us invaders from the west as I worked with her at the museum. She had a keen wit. She adapted well to the ever-changing DCR technology initiatives and was so bright, patient, and hardworking . We will miss her. Our deepest sympathy goes out to her loved ones. -Robin Baneth and family

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