Raleigh, NC

Mary Louise Bullard Elliott, age 94, died peacefully Sunday, January 10, 2016 in Raleigh. She was preceded in death by her loving husband A.V. Elliott Jr of Tabor City, NC and her parents Wallace and Dula Leggette Bullard of Loris, SC.

She is survived by her son, the Rev. Dr. Roger V. Elliott (wife, Jackie) of Cary, NC and granddaughters Emily Elliott Dilday (husband Mark) of Cary and Jenny Collins (husband Lewis) of Goldsboro, NC.  Her much loved and devoted sister, Daphne Brook lives in Goose Creek, SC with her husband Bob. Mary is also survived by four bright and beautiful great grandchildren, Hannah, Hunter, David and Logan, and many nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly.

Mary and her husband were long time members of Saint Paul United Methodist Church where they sang in the choir and volunteered many hours of service. Mary was a great cook who was always ready to help with meals. She also provided transportation for those who needed to be taken to doctor visits or grocery shopping.

Mary was born and educated in Horry County, SC. She attended Spartanburg Methodist College and the University of South Carolina and taught elementary school for 38 years, mostly in Green Sea, SC. Her love and care for children was evident from their comments about her influence on their lives.

The family expresses gratitude to the staff of Woodland Terrace and Rex Rehab and Nursing Center for their excellent and compassionate care.

A funeral service will be held at St Paul United Methodist Church in Tabor City, NC on Wednesday, January 13^th at 2 pm preceded by visitation at 1 pm.  Interment will be in the Myrtle Green Cemetery, Tabor City, NC.

Memorials may be sent to St Paul UMC, 410 E. 5^th St., Tabor City, NC.

A service of Inman Ward Funeral Home of Tabor City.

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