Born in New York City in 1926, she lived for many years in Little Falls, NJ before moving to Cary, NC in 1991.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Scales.
She is survived by her brother, Martin Porter Tuttle, four sons, Russell and wife Joanna, David and wife Judy, Jonathan, and Mark and wife Chrissy. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and many dear and loved family and friends.
A talented artistic soul, she was able to make anything beautiful. Always creating, she expressed her art through watercolors, gardening, flower arranging, cooking and sewing. She loved to sing and was a longtime choir member at Colonial Baptist Church. She also performed her favorite, The Messiah, with the Cary Community Choir for many years. She was happiest making memories with her family on the water (herself a sailor and adventurer) in Sag Harbor, NY and Emerald Isle, NC. She will be remembered for her special ability to connect with people. She was a friend to all. A true woman of God who “walked the talk”, shared her faith, and brought joy to anyone she crossed paths with. One of a kind, she made the world a better place while she was in it. In the end, she was surrounded by those who loved her so much.
A memorial service celebrating Elizabeth will be held Friday, August 2nd, 11 am at Colonial Baptist Church, 6051 Tryon Rd, Cary NC 27518. The family will receive friends before the service beginning at 10 am and following the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Colonial Baptist Church Choir, the Cary Community Choir (carycommunitychoir.org), or to a charity of your choice.
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