Ailene was born in Franklin, North Carolina on July 7, 1931 to the late John Manuel Ray and Virginia West Ray. Shortly after graduating from Franklin High School, Ailene moved to Charlotte for employment, where she eventually met the love of her life and husband of 62 years, Clarence “Mac” Elliott. Together, Ailene and Mac ran Potts Hardware for over 40 years where she retired as bookkeeper.
She loved the Lord and was a long time member of Ebenezer ARP Church, where she met many cherished friends.
Ailene was an adoring and devoted wife, mother, “granny” and friend. She was known for her love of the beach, where the family has many fond memories of time spent together. Ailene enjoyed countless days with loved ones searching for seashells and walking along the shore. Ailene was also an avid reader, enjoyed crossword puzzles, and playing canasta with friends.
Her devoted husband, “Mac” Elliott, parents, and sister Louise Hall and brother-in-law Edwin Hall, along with numerous family and close friends preceded Ailene in death. Left to cherish her memory are her son MacRay Elliott and wife Linda, daughter Vickie Elliott, grandson Dustin Elliott and wife Katie, and granddaughter Jenna McGinn and husband Reid; along with three great-grandchildren who brought her much joy in her last years; all of the greater Charlotte area. She is also survived by several nieces and their families.
The Elliott Family would like to thank Care Haven and the many loving caregivers who provided such dedicated care; helping her to remain at home over the past several years.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at the Ebenezer Cemetery, located behind Forest Hill Church- South Blvd. at 6210 Old Pineville Road, Charlotte, NC. The Reverend Anthony Pizzuti (retired) of Starmount ARP Church will officiate. McEwen Pineville Chapel is serving the family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Starmount ARP Church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McEwenPinevilleChapel.com for the Elliott family.
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