Thursday, December 29, 2016 2:27 pm

Hattie Louise Gilley Elrod, 88, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at her home in Milton. She was a native of Cannon Co.

She is survived by her children, Gary (Eloise) Rains of Milton and Jennifer Elrod Stevens of Readyville; Grandchildren, Christy (Chris) Monnin, Jim (Katinna) Rains, Rachel Mason, Jesse Anderson, Jennie Louise Williams and Jacob Williams; Nephews and Niece: Kenny & Bob Gilley and Sandy Hayes; 5 Great Grandchildren also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim & Betty Parton Gilley; her husband, Dorris W. Elrod; Brothers, James Robert, John & Paul Gilley

Ms. Elrod was a member of the Milton Church of Christ and was retired from Alvin C. York VA Medical Center as a personnel assistant. Hattie was a such a loving sweet lady who got the most joy from her grandchildren. She had many talents and hobbies including antiques, reading, gardening, sewing and puzzles. She was also a member of the Readyville Home Demonstration Club.

Funeral services will be 2 pm Monday, January 2, 2017 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Teb Batey officiating. Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens. Visitation with the family will be Sunday, January 1, 2017 from 2 pm until 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Woods Church of Christ or Short Mountain Bible Camp.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or www.woodburyfuneralhome.net to leave condolences for her family.