Mary Lois Elder Lanier Obituary
The passing of Mary Lois Elder Lanier of Fairlawn, Virginia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 20, 2025 at the age of 79. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Lois Elder Lanier to show support.
As Mary Lois Elder departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Mary Lois Elder. Though Mary Lois Elder may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Andrew Edward and Ruth Fox Elder. She is survived by: her daughter Wren Lanier (Phil); her granddaughter Grey; her former husband Parks Lanier; her brother Charles Elder (Joyce); and her brothers-in-law, Mark Elder (Libby) and Scott Elder (Donna). She is also survived by many other relatives and special friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Francis Service Dogs, P.O. Box 19538, Roanoke, VA, 24019.
