Marilyn Elliott

Marilyn M. Elliott
A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 pm, Saturday, February 26, 2011 at Ballard Chapel for Marilyn M. Elliott, 82, who passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center. Dr. Hugh Burrows of First Presbyterian Church will officiate. Cremation has taken place according to her wishes.

Marilyn was born September 9, 1928 in Battle Creek, Michigan to Gordon E. and Oletha French Melody. Her parents preceded her in death.

Marilyn is survived by her husband James H. Elliott, her two sons, James H. Elliott Jr. and his wife Kim, John G. Elliott and his wife Anne two grandchildren, Jennifer Coon and Mandy Elliott four great grandchildren, Tamarra, Mackenzie, Ashley and Timothy P. TJ.

She was of the Methodist faith and a member of First United Methodist Church of Roswell. Marilyn moved to Roswell in 1974 coming from Las Vegas, NM. She was the President of Chapter H, PEO in Las Vegas, NM, member and President of Morning Garden Club and the Jr. Book Club. Marilyn served on the Board of Historical Society for Southeastern New Mexico and the Roswell Symphony, she volunteered at the Roswell Museum and the Art Center. She also enjoyed playing golf, bridge and was a Silver life Master in the American Bridge League.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Assurance Home, 1000 E. 18th St., Roswell, NM, 88201 or charity of your choice in her name.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at www.ballardfuneralhome.com

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