It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Bessie Beatrice Elrod, devoted mother and loving grandmother and great-grandmother on March 5, 2021 at the age of 90. Born on January 27, 1931, Bessie was a lifelong resident of Anniston, Alabama. For over 4 decades, she owned Mallory Cleaners where she was known as a successful business woman and generous friend to all. She touched the lives of many with her warm smile and kind heart.
Bessie was preceded in death by her husband, Noil Elrod; son, Johnny Cromer; and daughter, Diane Logan and grandson, Brian Cromer.
She is survived by her daughter; Freddie Bea Gateley (Jim); sons, Gerald Cromer (Vanessa), and Ted Cromer (Freida) and her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and step-daughter, Liz Kent (Danny) and step-son Johnny Ray Elrod; step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. Her greatest joy in life was watching her family grow and succeed in life. She will be greatly missed.
A private family service was held on Tuesday March 9, 2021 at Anniston Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be made to ChapalhillFH.com
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