Elaine Prior

Elaine Prior, 86 of Taylorville passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017 at 3:35 p.m. at Taylorville Memorial Hospital in Taylorville. She was born on November 13, 1930 in Sharpsburg, IL the Daughter of Carl and Beulah (Violet) Durham. She married Lloyd Prior on January 14, 1950 in Taylorville, IL. She worked as a homemaker and she and Lloyd attend Grace Baptist Church in Taylorville.

Surviving are her Husband: Lloyd Prior of Taylorville, IL; Daughter: Sue Ann (Steve) Witte of Lawrenceville, GA; Grandchildren: Brett (Rebecca) Witte of Enterprise, FL; Mellissa (Jeff) Louty of North Port, FL; Christopher (Elisha) Witte of Silver Springs, FL; Eight Great-Grandchildren; Brother: Lyndell Durham of Taylorville, IL; Several Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. She was preceded in death by her Parents, Son Roger Prior and Brother Marvin Durham.

It was Elain’s wish to be cremated and have no services. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Mt. Auburn, IL.

Memorials may be made to the Christian County Senior Citizens 701 W. Adams St. Taylorville, IL 62568

Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville is assisting the family with arrangements.