Broadus Earl Elletson Obituary (1944

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Broadus Earle Elletson, Jr, or Butch as he was called by family and friends. With a twinkle in his eye and a joke for every occasion, Butch was the life of every party, enjoyed playing golf, listening to his favorite music, huge dog lover, and family holiday gatherings! He and his wife were celebrated in Myrtle Beach, SC for their fabulous shagging ability! Born and raised in Greenville, SC, Butch attended Wade Hampton High School. He was a Navy Veteran serving in the Vietnam War, Navy boxer, & raced in Motorcross. Afterwards he followed his father into the Textile Supply business eventually starting his own manufacturer sales business called Mid-South Sales for over 40+ years. He is survived by two daughters, Margaret Kisten Elletson and Chandra Coker (Paul) Root; two sisters, Joe Ann (Ralph) Cox of Greenville, SC and Margaret Elletson (John) Funke of Greenwood, SC; two grandchildren, Gracie and Jackson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy E. Monroe Elletson. Inurnment will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Baldwin County Humane Society, P.O. Box 206, Fairhope, AL 36533 or to the Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901. A visitation will be held at McDonald and Son Funeral Home on Saturday November 19, 2022, from 2:00 - 3:00 with a service starting at 3:00 in the chapel. McDonald and Son Funeral Home 150 Sawnee Drive Cumming, GA, 30040. 770-886-9899