Williams, Elva

Elva Smelley Williams died at her daughters home January 24, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Emporia, VA October 1, 1931. She was predeceased by her childhood sweetheart and husband of 45 years, Earl G. Williams. Also predeceasing her were her brother, A. Carelton Smelley and her parents Alvin E. Smelley and Gertrude Falk Smelley. She is survived by her son, Scott Leslie Williams, her daughter-in-law, Patty Christian Williams, their son, Timothy Scott Williams and his wife, Nikki Marie of Carson; she is also survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Darlene Sweat and Robert David Sweat, Jr., their children, Robert David Sweat, III, Christopher Ryan Sweat and Samantha Marie Sweat all of Chesterfield; also surviving are her three sisters and their husbands, Betty June Pratt (Charlie) of Williamsburg, Mary Ellen Pratt (Mel) and Peggy Joan Lewis (Jack) all of Carson. Sam retired from civil service in 1994. She was a dedicated Navy wife during her husband’s 20 year tour of duty with the Navy. Since 1984 she was a member of the Order of the Amaranth, Harmony Court #11, was a past Royal Matron and served as secretary for many years. She was also a Past Worthy Matron in the Order of the Eastern Star Stony Creek Chapter #126 since 1988. She gave many years of devotion and hard work to these organizations, teaching by example that every member accept the responsibilities of service while enjoying the privileges of membership. Funeral services will be conducted 3:00 pm Friday, January 28, 2005 in the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. The family would like to thank the Crater Community Hospice for their compassionate care and assistance. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her honor at Crater Community Hospice, 840 W. Roslyn Road, Suite E, Colonial Heights, VA 23834-3547. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.