Gloria Constance Cravitz Ellison peacefully joined her beloved husband, Alvie Eugene "Gene" Ellison, in Heaven on October 19, 2025.

Born in Appling County, Georgia, Gloria was the cherished daughter of the late Myrtice Florine Faircloth and George Marvin Cravitz.  She was lovingly raised in Swainsboro, Georgia by her devoted grandparents, Lora and Lawrence Faircloth.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Gloria is survived by her four loving daughters, Kathy (Stanley) Layne, Tammy (Johnny) Monroe, Connie (Jeff) Garrett, and Joy (Keith) Woods.  She was a proud and beloved grandmother to Michael (Katie) Layne, Lora (Marcus) Batchelor, Kaylan (John Paul) Moore, Brandon (Brittany) Woods, Bradley (Jordan) Woods, Amber Monroe, Morgan (Cale) Craft, Maureen Truett, and Mary Truett.  Her legacy continues through her 10 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Charles Anthony "Tony" Truett, and great-granddaughter, Katrina Russell.

Gloria dedicated many years to raising her daughters with love and care.  She also worked as a secretary for Rexnord and Gulfstream Aerospace, where she was known for her diligence and warmth.

A faithful servant of the Lord, Gloria was a prayer warrior who found joy and strength in her Christian faith.  Throughout her life, she was an active member of Meldrim Baptist Church, El Bethel Baptist Church, and The Meldrim Church.  Her dedication to ministry was evident through her involvement in the Women's Mission Group, Girls in Action, Sunday School, and Vacation Bible School at Meldrim Baptist Church.  She was known for her unwavering love of God and her deep devotion to her family.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to The Gardens Senior Living and Regency Hospice in Statesboro, Georgia, for their compassionate care and kindness shown to Gloria.

Donations may be made in Gloria's memory to the Georgia Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 329, Palmetto, GA  30268.

Gloria's life was a testament to grace, love, and unwavering  faith.  She will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew her.

The visitation will be on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  The funeral to honor Gloria's life will follow at 1 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with Pastor David Riddle officiating.  The pallbearers will be Michael Layne, Brandon Woods, Bradley Woods, Walker Layne, Marcus Batchelor, John Paul Moore, and Cale Craft.  Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Meldrim, GA.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Homes – WEST CHATHAM CHAPEL – 901 West Highway 80 – Pooler, Georgia (912) 748-2444