NORFOLK, VIRGINIA John A. Elam, 76, passed away December 8, 2010. Born of the late Richard and Ellen Elam, John is a native of Hampton Roads. Throughout his life, John was always a caring and generous man and was always willing to help those in need. He retired from the Norfolk-Portsmouth Beltline and was an honorable Mason. John was predeceased by his daughter Amy Elam, a brother George Elam and two sisters; Mildred Spaulding and Barbara Bandy. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty five years, Patricia Barnard Elam. He leaves behind to cherish his memory two sons; John Elam, Jr. and Richard Elam, both of Virginia Beach, one sister, Mary Basnight, two grandsons; Jonathan and Tanner Elam, as well as many nieces and nephews.
A visitaion and Masonic service will be held on Sunday December 12 from 6-8p.m. at Woodlawn Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Monday December 13 at 12pm at Woodlawn Funeral Home with interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens.6329 Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk, VA. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.woodlawngroup.com
