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Ellon Holder Arnold

Ellon Holder Arnold, age 89, died Friday, April 13, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Harnett County on August 22, 1928, she was the daughter of the late John Arch and Mary Jane Mason Holder. Ellon was a prayer warrior and member of New Life Outreach Church since 1972 and also, served as an Elder of the church. She worked in the winding department of Lilly Mill where she retired. Ellon enjoyed cooking, canning and gardening. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Reece Arnold Jr.

Ellon is survived by her husband of 60 years, Reece Arnold; four daughters, Christine Heflin and husband Steve of Grover, Gertrude Jones of Boiling Springs, Fay Blackman and husband Robert of Shelby, and Sue Leftwich of Shelby; a son, John Carpenter of Shelby; a sister, Gladys Brown of Grover; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; and a host nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held on Monday, April 16, 2018 at 6:00 pm at New Life Outreach Church, on Taylor Road, with Bishop Jerry Owens, Bishop Harold Camp, and Minister Barbara Camp officiating. The family will receive friends two hours before the service from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm in the sanctuary, and other times at the home, 111 Otho Lane, Shelby NC 28152. A private burial will be held at a later date, at Cleveland Memorial Park.

Memorials can be made to: New Life Outreach, 111 Otho Lane, Shelby NC 28152.

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mrs. Arnold


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