Eloise Reade Farrior, 94, of Burgaw passed peacefully from her earthly life on Friday, September 8, 2016 at her home

She was born July 10, 1922 in Onslow County, the daughter of the late William Lester and Dale Pearson Kellum. Eloise was also preceded in death by her husband, John W. Reade, Jr. in 1991 and later married Edward M. Farrior who predeceased her. Also, she was predeceased by her only brother, William L. Kellum, Jr.

Eloise is survived by her daughter, Sherry Reade Groves and husband, Charlie of Greensboro; son, John W. Reade III and wife, Pam of Oak Island; step-son, Pete Farrior and wife, Carol of Moraga, CA; grandchildren, Amy Groves Ferguson and husband, Jason of Greensboro, Charlie Groves II and wife, Kristy of Thomasville, and Kelsey Rooks of Oak Island; great grandchildren, Reade Ferguson and Trey Groves; two dear sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

Eloise was a member of Burgaw Presbyterian Church where she was active in the Women of the Church work and was honored by being presented with a Presbyterian Women's Honorary Life Membership.

Eloise was a true Southern lady, a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, friend, and neighbor. In her younger years she was an avid golfer winning several Buccaneer Club Championships. Until recently she was a member of the Burgaw Research Club and enjoyed reading. For years Eloise so enjoyed playing bridge and forming many dear friendships.

The family will receive friends 3 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 11, 2016 in Burgaw Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall with service at 4:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary. The Rev. Will Davis will conduct the service. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park.

The family would like to give special thanks to her devoted and loved care givers, Minnie Bullard and Diana Maready.

Memorials may be made in her memory to Burgaw Presbyterian Church, PO Box 565, Burgaw, NC 28425.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.