"I met Clyde 42 years ago when I was introduced to the Caldwell families. To me, Clyde was a rock. His eyes- sparkle; his smile- genuine; his words- wisdom. His service was packed last night and the Word preached. Much love to his family."
In loving memory of
Clyde Eugene Elliott
June 14, 1946 - April 14, 2019
Clyde E. Elliott, age 72 of South Knoxville, went home to be with the Lord Sunday, April 14, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Dock and Aileen Garner Elliott; sisters, Helen, Dora, Velma, Dorthy, Joyce, and Barbara; brothers, Don, Carl, Laurence, Rick, and Ray.
Clyde is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Donna Caldwell Elliott; sons, Patrick (Pedrina), Reese (Tracy); daughter, Deon (Steve) Beeler; grandsons, Jeremy (Kendra), Josh (Kara), Jacob, and Kenneth; granddaughters, Skylar (Corey), Ann, and Madison; great grandsons, Conner, Noah, Braden, Ashton, and Colton; great granddaughters, Madison, Hannah, Gracyn Ann; brothers, Ed (Caroline), Archie (Delores); sisters, Virginia, Faye, May, and Carolyn; special extended family, Cindy Beeler, Brady Beeler, Channing (Holly), Ariel (Randy) Cash, and Blake.
The family will receive friends from 6:00-7:00pm with a memorial service to follow on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at 4400 Martin Mill Pike, Miracle Baptist Church. Archie Elliott and Dewey Caldwell will be officiating. In lieu of flowers make a donation to your favorite charity in Clyde's honor. Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Elliott family and invites you to view and sign the online registry below.
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"Deon and Donna,I am so sorry I wasn't able to come to the visitation and funeral for Clyde. I am not allowed to drive right now. Just know my thoughts and prayers are with you and I love you both. The good Lord will see you through this sad and difficult time. He will always be there for you."
"Matt and family so sorry for your loss debbie Dupree"
"I knew Clyde from grammar school, high school, and our small rural community. I had an opportunity to speak with him by phone recently, after years of losing touch. His family was-and is- a strong, loving, generous Christian family, and what we spoke about was his love for his wife and their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I am thankful that he and his family were in my younger life, and I pray for comfort and assurance for all who will miss him so much."
"I was 5 when Clyde was dating Donna my sister known him most all my life , he was more of a dad than an in law and gave me good advice not well taken at the time but as years roll on I see the goodness and patience he rendered to me always ready to help in any way I could always count on Clyde , will miss him and always remember his steadfast ways . A good man I will miss You and thanks for sharing your life with our family."
"I was introduced to Clyde Elliott 41 years ago when I was introduced to the Caldwell family. Clyde has always been a rock to all. His eyes sparkle; his smile -genuine; his words -wisdom. My love and prayers to Patrick, Reece, Deon, and his sweetheart -Donna. I love each of you so much."
"Deon I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God wrap his arms around you and your family. Love you."
"Yea though you walk through the valley... The mountaintops seem distant now, but there will still be those coming. You will never forget him, but you will treasure the time you had with him. His legacy will endure through his family and his friends. May God's grace and love carry you when you are too weak to go on. Love and prayers!"
"Praying for you all , love you guys"
"I am so sorry for your loss. I very much enjoyed watching Mr. Elliot working in his garden. He will have a better one now. God bless you and your family. Praying for you."
"Clyde was one of the nicest people I have ever met. A honest and hardworking man. I am so sorry for your loss, it is very difficult to lose someone so special to you."
"I am so sorry for you and your family, your father was a good man. Kathy Rigsby Stanton"
"Donna, and family I'm so sorry to hear of Cludes passing. We will be praying for your family."
"Clyde was a special human being who always made us feel welcome. I didnt see him often but when I did he was so friendly. Heartfelt prayers to my brother Reese, Deon, and Patrick, as well as Donna. Love you all."
"So very sorry for your lost. Prayers for comfort during this difficult the."
"Sorry to hear about your father passing away we are going missing in the neighborhood God bless you and your family from Bryan Shell and family"
"So sorry for your lose Deon. Prayers for the whole family!"
"This is one of the hardest times you will ever experience, Deon. My heart goes out to you. I know how heart wrenching this is. But your Dad raised you to be the strong woman that you are and you will get through this. Your mother and brothers need you and you will be there for them. I?m so glad you have Steve. Lean on him and accept his strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family during this heart breaking time. I love you. Love, Claudette"