Elsie Mae Hilliard, 80, of Henderson, NC went home to be with the Lord Monday, January 8, 2018 surrounded by family. The family would like to express their deep appreciation to Woodlawn Retirement home for the many years of care they gave to Elise. The family rejoices in knowing that Elsie is in the presence of the Lord Jesus. As the Apostle Paul said, "to depart and be with Christ is far better."
Elsie was born to the late Palmer Lee and Ida Blanche Hilliard on Tuesday, September 14, 1937 in Kittrell, NC. She lived at Woodlawn Retirement center for the last 17 years where she enjoyed making anything she could with beads, weaving pot holders, and participating in various activities. Elsie enjoyed life and was always excited when someone came for a visit.
Elsie is survived by brother, Arthur Hilliard; brother, Thurman Hilliard (Barbara); brother, Lawrence Hilliard (Carolyn); brother, Robert Hilliard (Betty); sister, Ruby Cifers; sister, Peggy Nickels (David), brother, Tom Hilliard (Diane) and many nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her father, Palmer Lee Hilliard; mother, Ida Blanche Hilliard; brother, Fred Hilliard; sisters, Rosa Hilliard and Alice Weaver.
Visitation with the family will be Saturday, January 13, 2018 from 1:00-2:00 pm at J.M. White Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life service will follow in the J.M. White Funeral Home chapel conducted by Rev. Will Breedlove.Private interment will take place at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church cemetery in Kittrell, NC.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer society or your favorite charity in lieu of flowers.