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Robert Wayne Smith
June 27, 2025
Elaine is on my list of 'Best Teachers Ever'. And outside the classroom her dedication to her students was just as important.
DAWN Smith
June 27, 2020
Dear Mike,
Can't believe it has been almost 6 years since we lost Elaine. So fortunate to be able to see you on Facebook and still connect! Wayne and DawnEllison Smith, the Ginn ,Smith and Ellison families
Marilyn Holloman
July 6, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. Fond memories of good times with Elaine at HMS. Remember her from North Charleston High, too. Thoughts and prayers are sent your way.
Beth (Boroughs) Glenn
July 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of your entire family and Nell's also.
The Eisenharts
July 5, 2014
Elaine was an amazing woman who touched the hearts of all who knew her. She approached every situation with sophistication and class. We will all miss her loving spirit.
Carol Hetu
July 5, 2014
While working with Elaine at Hannah Middle School (many years ago), I was taught many beautiful life lessons ... Elaine's integrity, sincerity, warmth and friendship were a mainstay in my life then and have helped me in times of reflection. I loved the time we were together in the media center. I am thankful God allowed our paths to cross.
Matt Chandler
July 5, 2014
Mike, Laurin,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Elaine was a special individual who was always caring and thoughtful to me and my family. We valued this friendship. Please accept our sincere condolences.
The Chandlers
Mary White Kornahrens
July 5, 2014
With fond memories and regrets.
July 5, 2014
So sorry to hear about Elaine.
Annie Walker Boyce
Mary Broach Gries
July 5, 2014
Elaine was one of my favorite teachers at N.C.H.S. She will be missed by many. Our Prayers are with you Mike and your family.
Benita Littlefield
July 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Elaine Smith passing. Our thoughts & prayers go out to your family. She was thought of fondly.
Joan Hutchins
July 4, 2014
Elaine was such a great person to work with at Addlestone Hebrew Academy. She was a wonderful teacher and leader. She "wore many hats"and handled a great variety of tasks every day. She had a great sense of humor and she did everything with grace and style. I will never forget her.
Marcia Pettinella Harrelson
July 4, 2014
Mike,
My prayers are with you and your family. I lost touch with Elaine and you after NOCHAS and this news is so heart breaking.
I've often heard when a person has a sunset in their life on earth, they have a sunrise in heaven in God's presence.
In this difficult time, I pray God will comfort you and give you His peace. Elaine's sunset...came too soon.
Susan Best
July 4, 2014
Elaine was a very special person and I am so sad to hear of her passing. However, I must smile when I recall fond memories of her. May you also find comfort in remembering happy times and in knowing how much others care.
God bless and keep you.
July 4, 2014
My heart is heavy. I will truly miss you! So many great memories of you at HMS. My condolences to your family.
Debbie Symenski
July 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Smith's passing. So many memories of hear at NCHS. Such a lovely lady and great educator.
Cindy Kinard-Dambaugh
Janet Powell Schurlknight
July 4, 2014
So sorry to hear of Ms. Smith's passing. Out of all the teachers I had in high school, I remember her the most. (North Charleston, class of 1974).
Sylvia Tomberlin
July 4, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as Elaine and I were at Columbia College together and we were both media specialists in Berkeley County for years. She always wanted to share her knowledge with others. She was the epitome of a Columbia College lady.
Susan Thrasher
July 4, 2014
Nell, I just read about Elaine in the paper. I am so sorry and hope you know you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
Elaine Schupp
July 4, 2014
Mike, Laurin, and Nell,
My heart is so heavy. Elaine was such a wonderfully sweet and intelligent person! She was witty but kind and we have lost her way too soon to a devastating disease. To me Elaine was the Pat Summitt of the world of English literature. How unfair that Alzheimers struck them both down in their prime. My heart aches for you and for everyone who loved this dear, dear lady.
Vicki Richter
July 4, 2014
Laurin,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Carolyn Scarpa
July 4, 2014
We mourn the loss of a true and special friend......................
Julie Murden
July 4, 2014
Elaine was a wonderful mentor, leader, and friend. Her family is in our prayers.
Wayne Smith
July 3, 2014
Gosh we were sorry to hear the news of Elaine's passing. She was a special lady and much loved as a teacher.
Wayne and Dawn Smith and the class of '72 and '74javascript:void(0);
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