Ben Elliott

Gaffney, SC - - Benjamin Lemmons Elliott, 91, of 2007 Overbrook Drive, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at his home.

Born in Gaffney and raised in the Midway Community, he was the husband of the late Imogene Sweet Elliott for 72 years and son of the late Millie Lemmons Elliott and Ezell (Bob) Elliott.

Surviving are his five children, Kathy Phillips of Gaffney, David Elliott (Sam) of Chesnee, Dennis Elliott of Chesnee, Robin Morris, and Rick Elliott (Kris), both of Gaffney; his was known as PaPa Ben to his six grandchildren, Shannon Phillips (Brandi) of Sunset Beach, Kevin Phillips (Andrea), Mary Katherine Huskey (Brad), Richard Elliott, James Morris (Katelyn) of Fort Mill, and Emily Davis (Adam) of Charlotte; six great-grandchildren, Shana Phillips of Sunset Beach, Dylan Phillips of Sunset Beach, Raynah Elliott, Dacey Phillips, Landrey Jones, and Raven Elliott; a sister, Jayne Elliott Worley of Spartanburg; and many beloved nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Peeler; and a son-in-law, David Phillips.

He was a graduate of Gaffney High School and was retired from textiles. Ben was a lifelong member of Temple Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and as the Sunday School Superintendent. He sang in the choir into his 80s and taught the adult men's Sunday School class for many years. Each Sunday afternoon, Ben would go to the nursing home to visit people. He would often ask the staff which resident had not had a recent visitor and Ben would go introduce himself and visit that person for the afternoon.

Ben loved gardening. He had a family farm where he raised his children and most years planted two acres of corn. He was known for giving strangers food from his garden and orchard. Ben loved working in his yard. He planted shrubs and flowers that he acquired from friends, nurseries, or the side of the road as he traveled along.

Ben was a charter member of Cherokee National Golf Club. He was an avid golfer well into his 80s. He won many tournaments over the years and was known as a calm golfer often sinking 30-foot putts. For over 50 years, he regularly played golf at Sunset Beach, where he loved to visit with family and friends.

Ben was known for loving Jesus, his family, and anyone he met. He had an easy manner that made others comfortable. He laughed easily and loved a good story. Ben was full of joy.

Special thanks to Lacey Blanton and Julia Thompson for their wonderful care of Mr. Ben. The family is also very appreciative of the care PaPa Ben received from Compassus Hospice Care.

Donations may be made to: Temple Baptist Church, 1508 Cherokee Avenue, Gaffney, SC, 29340 or the church of your choice.

The family will receive friends from 12:30PM until 2:00PM on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Blakely Funeral Home. Funeral services will immediately follow at 2:00PM in the Blakely Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Tommy Huddleston officiating. Interment will be in Frederick Memorial Gardens.

The family will be at the residence.

An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com

Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, SC