Elizabeth Marion McClinton, 76, of Suffolk, Virginia went home to be with her lord on Thursday, August 11, 2022, at Concordia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation-Nansemond Pointe in Suffolk Virginia. Born January 3, 1946, she was the daughter of the late William Ward, Sr. and Rannie Cotton-Ward. She spent most of her years on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
She received her education in the Somerset County Public School System. She graduated in 1964 from Somerset Junior Senior High School. Upon graduation she attended Bowie State College for one year.
Shortly after she joined Job Corps and worked at the government printing office in Washington, D.C. She, then returned to Salisbury, Maryland to work for General Motors Acceptance Company (GMAC) in the business office.
Elizabeth shared her heart and talent in food service throughout the years as an employee at McCready Hospital; Manokin Manor; and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
Her selfless and sacrificial love for her children and grandchildren will always be the core of her legacy. Elizabeth’s faith in God and sense of humor added such joy to her life, and the lives of everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her children, Lamont Ward (Kristie Kennedy-Ward), Carlos McClinton and Carlisa Ward-Vissoh (Aristide); two grandchildren, Joshua Vissoh and Elise Vissoh; eight siblings, Barbara Ward, Ernestine Purnell, Kenneth Ward (the late Yvonne), Rena Tunnell (Brian), George Horsey (Gail), Vivian Harewood (Mark), Venice Morris and Angela Y. Armwood (Antonio); one sister-in-law, Connie Ward; two uncles, Emmitt Cotton, Jr. and Robert Reddick (Diane); one aunt, Ethel Wallace; 23 nephews and nieces; several great nephews and great nieces; several great great nephews and great great nieces; and a host of other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William McClinton; two brothers, William Ward, Jr. and Joseph Ward, Sr.; grandparents, Emmitt Cotton, Sr., and Lula Guess – Cotton.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, August 20, 2022 at Samuel Wesley United Methodist Church in Manokin, Maryland with a viewing one hour prior. A viewing will also be held 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Church.
Interment will be at the Church Cemetery.
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I extend condolences from the Family of James and Helen Redding. We pray that GOD strengthens and comforts each of you during this time of bereavement.
Priscilla Redding, Laura Redding Polk, Oneida Redding Walker, Isha White Redding, Cherry Doane and Arnelda Brittingham Redding
My prayers and condolences to the family I worked with her at McCready she was my trainer and she was such an encourager I was like 17,18 then. Such a beautiful woman. 🎚🙏🏾
I remember attending her and Williams wedding and I was happy for them because they seemed so happy together. My uncle William and aunt Liz was so inspiring for me to seek a companion and relationship such as theirs. Surely she is smiling down on us all for just acknowledging our love and affection for her. May God continue to bless the family and aid them in this time of sorrow. Surely we loved her much , but God loved her more.
I worked with Liz and Ernestine at McCready for several years. She was a wonderful person and although I was her supervisor I learned from her. My condolences to the family.
I’m going to miss her dancing, her smile, and willingness to do for others. She loved the Lord and children, siblings and family. First one up to make sure we ate and see us off to up north. Carlos, Lamont, and Calisa, cousin Turk you are all in my prayers. I am certainly praying for the family. Love you all Robert Bobby Robertson.
To the Family:
Matthew 5:4 ” Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Sincere condolences during this difficult time. Her legacy lives on. May she Rest in Peace with her heavenly Father.