Elsie was very proud of being the oldest active, dues paying Eastern Star member in Williston South Carolina. She was a true believer in Faith, Hope, and Charity, God, Community, and Family. She also loved her beloved Smoky Mountains.
Elsie is survived by her loving children, Albert (Freda) Bell, Cornelia (Elmer) George, Ray (Diane) Medlin Jr., and Vernon Medlin. Elsie had ten grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren at the time of her passing. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ray Medlin Sr., her granddaughters, Melissa Emerson and Joyce Johnson and also her daughter in law Barbara Medlin.
Special thanks to long time friends, Phyllis, Marvel, Bill, Judy and Roger. Deepest thanks to Elizabeth, Candice, and Director Ray Navarez and all the wonderful nurses and aids at Orchard Villa in Oregon, Ohio.
Elsie was a proponent of Sinatra's song, "I Did It My Way". To those who knew and loved her, she certainly did. In life and in death, she did it her way. As per Elsie's request services will be private.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Hospice of Northwest, Ohio. Deepest thanks to Hospice of Northwest Ohio and Jessica and her team of angels. Arrangements are being handled by Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S. Wynn Rd., Oregon, Ohio.