Elizabeth is predeceased by her husband Benjamin O. Cartwright, and her son Mitchell L. Cartwright. She is survived by her daughters Darlena M. Roberts, Christina C. Kelley, and Bennie M. Barnes; sons David O. Cartwright, Sr., and Michael G. Cartwright; step-daughter Ruth E. Elliott; sister Frances Chapman; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 2, at 10a.m. in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, 6309 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice.