Jane Richardson McElhaney

Jane “Jenny” Richardson McElhaney, 68, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Friday, April 21st, 2017 with her family by her side. She was born on August 13th, 1948, graduated from Garinger High School, and attended Central Piedmont Community College. After years in administration, she and her husband, Sam started their own company, Dataprint, in 1978. The success of Dataprint was made possible because of the mutual loyalty and dedication of Jenny and her employees. She and Sam sold the company in 1994, which gave them the opportunity to travel and spend time with their family. Jenny was a dedicated member at Sardis Presbyterian Church, and she never missed an opportunity to volunteer and give back to the community.

Jenny was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy and Keith Richardson; her brother, Keith Richardson Jr; husband, Sam McElhaney; and son, Scott McElhaney. She is survived by her two grandchildren, Jacob and Julia McElhaney; their mother, Ellen Groves, Charlotte and Quay Roseman, Cleo Cranford; brother-in-law, Tom McElhaney, his wife Jane and their children. Also surviving are many cousins and friends. She also leaves behind her loyal canine companions, Sadie and Stella.

A celebration of Jenny’s life will be held Saturday, April 29th at 2 p.m. at Sardis Presbyterian Church, 6100 Sardis Road, with Reverend Alice Johnson officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Sardis Presbyterian Church, Urban Ministries, or BSA Troop 33. The burial will be private.