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Elfra McGrew

Apr 22nd, 1923 - Nov 15th, 2016

Funeral:  11 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2016 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home

Visitation:  5-7 p.m. Friday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home

Interment:  Elmwood Cemetery

 

   Elfra Mae McGrew, age 93, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Tuesday morning, November 15, 2016, at the home of her daughter in Flora.

   Elfra was born April 22, 1923, in Wayne County, the daughter of Walter and Maude (Bratton) Hargrave.  She married Kelton E. McGrew on October 3, 1942, in Vincennes, Indiana.  He preceded her in death on March 18, 1999. 

   Elfra’s greatest joys in life were family and the years spent living on her farm.  She was a happy, cheerful, and supportive mother and grandmother during the years of her family’s participation in sports and activities.  She enjoyed cooking, putting out big gardens, sewing, and upholstery work, and attended New Zion Baptist Church for many years.

   Elfra is survived by her children: Ed (wife Geneva) McGrew of Geff, Sandy (husband V. Tracy) Jamison of Flora, Joe (wife Barb) McGrew of Flora, Elaine Wylie of Canton, Michigan, and Danny McGrew of Flora; along with a loving group of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 7 siblings: Perry Hargrave, Clela Griffith, Lola Frala, Jack Hargrave, Evadell Robertson, Darliene Geyer, and Letha Hargrave.

   A funeral service for Elfra McGrew will be 11 a.m. Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery.  A visitation will be held Friday from 5 until 7 p.m. at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.  Memorial donations in Elfra’s memory may be given to Clay County Hospice or New Zion Baptist Church and will be accepted at the funeral home. 

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Trudy Zimmerman

November 15th

I am so so sorry for you loss. Prayers to you all.

Terry & Ruth Spicer

November 15th

Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy!

Doug & Debbie (Showalters) Slover

November 16th

Our sincere sympathies to the McGrew family for the loss of their loved one and our back road neighbor. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jacquie Young Cooper

November 16th

So very sorry for your loss.

Henry & Barbara Gill

November 16th

We are sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers of comfort are with you at this difficult time. With sympathy, Barbara and Henry

Bill and Robin Atwood

November 16th

Ms. Barb, Joe and family, We are sorry for your loss. If we can help, please let us know.

Bud and Linda Martin

November 16th

Joe, Barb and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with your loss. May your mother Rest In Peace.

Missi Musselwhite, Hella, Inc.

November 16th

Elaine - we are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers at Hella, Inc.

Carol & Jerry Wood

November 17th

Elaine-so sorry to hear about your Mother. Our thought are with you.

Bill & Brenda Britton

November 17th

Very sorry for your loss.

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November 17th

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.

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November 18th

We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.

Roger and Glenda McDowell

November 18th

We are thinking of you all at this time and we have you in our hearts.

Mike and Sharon Gray

November 19th

Sorry for your loss, prayers for all of you. Elfra was a beautiful person very loving, and a joy to be around. May God comfort you at this time. Love and Blessings Mike and Sharon Gray

Mitzi Goldstein

November 17th

Sandy and Tracy, I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you strength and comfort during this difficult time of loss.

Barbara Collins

November 17th

Joe and Barbara, so sorry to hear about your Mom. God bless you all.

Steve & Cindy Valbert

November 19th

So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all.

Joe and Pam Harrell

December 1st

We are so sorry to hear the passing of Elfra Mae. She was a very sweet lady. We are sorry we were not able to attend the visitation and funeral, but our thoughts and prayers were with you. Praying for comfort in this time of loss.

 

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