Elizabeth Willoughby Paxson's Obituary
Elizabeth Willoughby Paxson, 95, went to be with the Lord January 26, 2010 at Methodist Fayette Hospital in Somerville, TN after a short illness. She was a resident at NHC Healthcare also in Somerville. Elizabeth was born in Savannah, TN on August 8, 1914. She was employed as an executive secretary to the branch manager at Union Planters National Bank and retired in 1976. She has been a member of the Eastern Star-Normal Whitehaven Chapter since 1951. Elizabeth faithfully attended Audubon Park Baptist Church where she has been a member sinsce 1965. She was a humble caretaker for several of her family members throughout her life. She always had a smile on her face and maintained a positive outlook on her life. Her love for the Lord was evident. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Joseph W. Paxson. She is survived by her three children, David Paxson (Carol) of Memphis, Joyce Paxson of Memphis, and Betty Murley (Richard) of Bartlett. She also leaves five grandchildren, Rachel Pittman (Mike) of Southaven, Barbara Paxson of Memphis, Abby Bigit (Michael) of Oakland, Sam Murley of Mobile, AL and Mary Beth Murley of Bartlett; as well as five great-grandchildren.
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