William "Bill" McKinley Elliott

William “Bill” McKinley Elliott, age 78, of Circleville, passed away on Monday, February 28, 2011. He was born in McDowell, Kentucky on December 28, 1932 to the late Mines and Birdie (Bentley) Elliott. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Gerla (Hamilton) Elliott; and a baby brother and sister. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Jeanette (Hall) Elliott; children, Barbara Lynne (Paul) Ford, Ashtabula, OH, William Mines Elliott, Waverly, OH, Allen Michael (Debra) Elliott, Kingston, OH, Beverly Jane (JT) McLeod, Dothan, AL, John Francis Elliott, Sandra Kay Elliott, and Susan May Schaffner, all of Circleville, OH; 17 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Launa Leonard; and several nieces and nephews. Bill served in the United States Air Force for 4 years and was the owner and operator of Hall Movers and Riggers in Ashtabula, OH for 20 years and The Matchbox in Circleville, OH for 13 years. He was the Secretary Treasurer of the Eagles in Circleville, OH. Bill was very involved with coaching little league throughout his children’s life and he enjoyed hunting, farming, bluegrass music, and being outdoors. He was also an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers Fan. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations in Bill’s honor may be made to the American Cancer Society, 870 Michigan Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Arrangements have been entrusted to the DEFENBAUGH-WISE-SCHOEDINGER FUNERAL HOME, (740) 474-3750. Visit www.schoedinger.com to share a favorite memory of Bill.