Frances Elizabeth Gilstrap Carver, age 82, of Anderson, SC, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at her home.

Born October 22, 1941, in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Roy B. Gilstrap and Frances Bayne Gilstrap. She was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Teresa Carver; a granddaughter, Alex Carver; and siblings, Leroy Gilstrap and Peggy Williamson.

Elizabeth was the perfect mother and Nanny. She loved God and enjoyed being a Sunday School teacher. She adored her husband, children, and grandchildren. She was a beautiful, sweet, selfless, and loving lady who was in turn loved by everyone who knew her. She was an avid fan of Elvis Presley.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, Raymond Carver; children, Mike Carver (Marie), Ray Carver (Susie), Angee Moore (Andy), Phil Carver (Tammy), and Butch Carver (Stephanie); brother, Ronnie Gilstrap; half-sister, Tonya Gilstrap; grandchildren, Amy Gurley, Kayla Zearley, Emily Smith, Haylee Churchwell, Tyler Carver, Jordan Barrow, Drew Moore, Brooke Moore, Ashley Rhodes, and Amber Slaton; and 23 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Friday, June 7, 2024, from 6:00-8:00 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Homeland Park Church of God with Rev. Vernon Soles and Rev. Larry Richardson officiating. Burial will follow at South Lawn Memorial Gardens.

Those serving as pallbearers include John Gurley, Eric Smith, Josh Churchwell, Cory Barrow, Ron Gilstrap, and David Gilstrap.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 4124 Clemson Blvd Suite L, Anderson, SC 29621.