Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Elder, Johanna Paul August 26, 2024
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Virginia FH notices and obituaries August 30, 2024
It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Johanna Paul Elder on Monday, 
August 26, 2024, surrounded by her children. Daughter of the late John Gray Paul 
and Jessie Bouldin Paul, she was born on August 6, 1932, in Roanoke, VA. Johanna 
graduated from Jefferson High School, class of 1950, and furthered her education 
at Mary Baldwin College, where she became an accomplished pianist and earned a 
B.A. degree in Psychology in 1954. After college, she worked as an Executive 
Secretary for the Psychology and Urology Departments of Duke Hospital where she 
met the love of her life, David. In 1957, she married Dr. Thomas David Elder. 
Their 61 years of marriage was a testament to their devotion to each other. 
Together they built a wonderful family and shared cherished memories in their 
beautiful home, enjoyed wonderful friendships and many travels together. Johanna 
was a sustaining member of The Junior League of Norfolk; Norfolk-Tidewater 
Committee for Childcare; National Society of Colonial Dames of America; Westover 
Garden Club; The Chrysler Museum; and the Ruth Sargeant Circle of the King's 
Daughters. She was a committed member of Christ and St. Luke's Church where she 
taught Sunday School for ten years, served on Flower Guild and as Altar Guild 
Chairman for nine years, was a member of Profile and Search Committees and the 
Vestry, while volunteering many hours in the Beehive. Among her many skills, she 
enjoyed gardening, needlepointing, knitting, sewing, tennis, Mahjong, exercise 
class and flower arranging. She is known for being the best grandmother, for her 
knitted baby blankets and scarves, needlepoint treasures (Christmas stockings), 
flower arrangements, beautiful packages, family dinners at Thanksgiving and 
Christmas and cheering for football. She most enjoyed time with family, 
particularly with her grandchildren, neighbors and friends (especially Susan, 
Barbara and Geneva), her exercise group, vacations at the beach, Wintergreen 
house, and loving on her dogs. She will be greatly missed for her warm 
greetings, beautiful smile, many humorous euphemisms and unconditional love. She 
will continue to be a strong presence in our lives and hearts for generations to 
come (if not, she might "roll over in her grave" and "rattle the chains"). May 
peace be with her knowing the battle is won and she is in heaven saying, "Good 
Heavens!", "Oh Lordy David" "Oh my stars," "I am living in the lap of luxury!" 
"Hot dog!" Johanna is survived by her beloved children: Peyton E. Manley 
(Tommy), Martha E. Wallace (John), Katherine E. Bagay (Martin). She was a most 
proud and affectionate grandmother to: Kaitlin Manley, Meredith Wallace, 
Caroline Manley, Anne Bagay, Jessie Wallace, John Bagay, and Johanna Bagay. In 
addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers, 
John Gray Paul Jr. (Spiz) and Huntington Peyton Paul (Hunt); son, Thomas David 
Elder, Jr. (Tom); and dear golden retriever, Sadie. A memorial service will be 
held at Christ & St. Luke’s Church, Thursday, September 12th at 11:00 am; 
reception to follow. Burial services will be private. The family wishes to thank 
Geneva Fallis for her unwavering care and friendship; Sentara Norfolk nurses, 
Salma, and the kind condolences of many life-long friends. Per Johanna's wishes, 
in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the SPCA of Norfolk, Christ & 
St. Luke's Church or charity of choice.

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