James Lee Elliott, Sr. Obituary (1934 - 2022)

James Lee Elliott, Sr. was born on November 04, 1934 in Marianna, AR; he was a son of Fred Gordon and Minnie Ola (Waters) Elliott. James passed away in Little Rock, AR on August 21, 2022 at the age of 87. James was a resident of Little Rock, AR. He was a hard worker employed by Borden's Milk Company working night shift for 44 plus years until the plant closed. James constantly had to be in motion and always had a part time job on the side mowing yards, painting, gardening, and raising livestock. After retirement, he worked 10 years for Avis Rent a Car. James raised children and a host of neighborhood kids alongside his wife of 65 years, "Katty" Elliott. James was stern and taught plenty of lessons regarding doing right, wrong, and having proper manners one might say. He always felt best to have his and other children in his yard to keep a watchful eye on them. James always supplied treats to children by keeping freezers full of ice-cream, popsicles, and chocolate ice cream cookies. Almost any Saturday night James could be found passing out popcorn and root beers. When James wasn't working, he made sure to spend time with his family. His heart was softened by the passing his wife. He missed her tremendously and was lost without her. He had an unconditional love for his family. In his words, "I've had a good life." James is preceded in death by his wife: Elva Katherine Elliott; parents; Fred and Minnie Elliott: brothers: Gordon Elliott, Ray Butler, Hubert Elliott, Raymond Elliott; sisters: Louise Mallard, Margie Kelley; daughter-in-law: Susie Ashlock Elliott; and son-in-law: Samuel Allen Madsen. James is survived by his sons: James "Little James" Elliott, Jr. of Little Rock, AR, Harry Elliott of Jerusalem, AR, Curtis Elliott and wife Darla of Romance, AR; daughters: Becky Martin and husband Ricky of Redfield, AR, Debbie Riddling and husband Don of Sheridan, AR, Kelley Madsen of Little Rock, AR, Jamie Elliott and husband Tommy Tullos of Little Rock, AR; sister: Freddie Gibbs of Lonoke, AR; 14 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild; special friends: Johnny and Helen Andrews; 40 plus years neighbors and honorary Elliott's: Mark and Pam Broach. Visitation will be held for James of Friday, August 26, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Union Missionary Baptist Church, formerly Bob Neal and Sons Funeral Home. Services will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at Campground Cemetery in Overcup, AR. The family would like to extended a special thank you for exceptional level of care and kindness to Hospice Home Care on Bowman Road in Little Rock, AR. Service and arrangements are by Neal's Rosewood Funerals & Cremation 1715 E. Harding St. Morrilton, AR 72110. www.rosewoodcremation.com.