Born April 14, 1952 in Greenfield, Indiana to John Roger and Nettie Louise (Beavens) Riddle, she married John D. Elliott, Jr. on June 16, 1978. He died on March 19, 2013. She also was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Lawrence Sanford; one step-daughter, Vicki Bryant; one brother, John Wayne Riddle and her son-in-law, Ryan Ashby.
Surviving are two daughters, Tamera (Ian) Kemp of Tampa, Florida and Kim Ashby of North Pekin; four grandchildren, Michael Ashby, Connor Ballard, Ella Kemp and Leann (Adam) Bryant; two great-grandchildren, Skylar and Jayden; one sister, Tina (John) Badgley of Greenfield, Indiana and two brothers, Tom (Mona) Riddle and David Riddle, both of Greenfield, Indiana. She also leaves her nieces and nephews, Katie, Nathan, Sarah, Jordyn, John, Josh, Dominic, Steve, Zane, Maggie and Brock.
She last worked as a screen printer for Indiana Knitwear. She also had her cosmetology license and previously did hair.
Nettie loved crafting and working puzzles. She enjoyed listening to music and vacationing near the beach. She also enjoyed day trips on motorcyles and going to Daytona Bike week.
Her laugh was distinctive and she was full of honesty and harsh truths. Nettie was loyal to her family and friends and would defend the people she loved. She was a loving Mamaw to her grandchildren.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be at 5:30 p.m. Friday, October 1, 2021 at Greenfield Church of Christ, 1380 South State Street in Greenfield, Indiana. Chaplain Greg Isaacs will officiate. The family will receive friends and a fellowship meal will follow the service at the church. Cremation has been accorded. Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin is assisting the family with arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to East Peoria Church of Christ, 520 Arnold Street, East Peoria, Illinois 61611.
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