Elva Corena Byrd, 87, a longtime resident of Sedro-Woolley, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2015.
She was born on July 29, 1927, in Madison County, North Carolina the daughter of Hubert and Maude (Frisbee) Hagans.
Elva loved quilting, gardening, canning, and making beautiful quilts. She was a selfless person who was always volunteering her time for those in need. She loved her family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them all.
Elva is survived by her daughter, Juanita Burns, husband, Jan; granddaughter, Lisa Moody and Jerry; grandsons, Todd Homidus, Derek Gillooly, wife Vanessa, Dillon Fox; great-grandchildren, Logan and Morgen; sisters, Geneva Hammit, of Newport, TN, Louise Gardner, of Camden SC, Inez Whitsen, of Ashville, NC, Beatrice Harkleroad, of Goose Creek, SC, Margie English, of Camden SC, Christine Hagans, companion, Hick, of Camden, SC; brother, Clayton Hagans, of Salisbury, NC.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Alma Harrison, Beulah Gunther, Cumi Self; brother, Andy Hagans.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 11:00AM at the Union Cemetery in Sedro-Woolley, WA with Pastor Billy Farrar officiating. There will be a time of viewing on Wednesday, March 25, 2015 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, at Lemley Chapel.
Aunt Elva loved you dearly RIP. Juanita my special cousin thoughts and prayers for you in the coming days.
My Dear Friend, Juanita,
Thinking of you so much and wishing I could be with you at your dear mother’s service. Elva was a sweetheart, smiling and kind to me. It was always fun going to your house as childhood friends. I remember looking for you at Elva’s house once when I came home from Taiwan. She couldn’t see me but recognized my voice and said, “Is that Juanita Price?” I was so touched. She will be missed by especially your family who were always so supportive to her.
I love you so much and pray the Lord will hold you and all your family close in His comfort and love. I am so very sorry for your loss. With much love and hugs.
RIP, Aunt Elva. We will miss you! And my daughter cherishes the doll quilt you made!
You will missed by us all aunt Elva..May God be with you Juanita..Love you deary my special cuz..
Love always, Jean
I always enjoyed , getting to hear you talk , with your Washington accent , and chatting with you on the phone . You will be greatly missed forever . You always had a compassion for love and kindness to others .
My thoughts and prayer are with the family , during the days ahead . With Deepest Sympathy …. Love , Renee H.
I will miss you Aunt Elva. I always enjoyed you company and will remember your visits to my parent house.