SALISBURY - Nelson Elijah Elliott died Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, at Wicomico Nursing Home. Born in Laurel, he was the son of Granville and Emma Phillips Elliott.
He for Dresser Industries in the shipping department and retired in 1991, after 42 years with the company.
He is survived by his wife, Alda Elliott; a son, Bruce Nelson Elliott; a grandson; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Linda Lee Chandler; and a brother, Granville James Elliott.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, at Allen Memorial Baptist Church in Salisbury. Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home in Salisbury.