On Monday, August 5, 2019, Ann Brewer Elswick, loving wife and mother of five children, passed away at the age of 89.

Ann was born on October 7, 1929 in Lynchburg, VA to James Allen and Esther (Leftwich) Brewer. She graduated from Lynchburg College in 1951 and married Ronald Kenneth Elswick of Richlands, VA that same year. They raised two sons,Shannon (Becky) of Clermont, FL, and R.K. (Karen) of Cumberland, VA, and three daughters, Esther (Aubrey) Knight of Salem, VA, Melissa Kotelec of Carmel, CA, and Rebecca Elswick of Radford, VA.

Ann had a passion for her family; her constant, abiding presence provided a loving home for her mother, husband, and children. Her grandchildren were her special delight. A loyal friend, she was active in her church, teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, and organizing Bible studies. She was a 56-year member of PEO Sisterhood, Chapter AB, Radford,VA.

Ann was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, five children, ten grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Oakland Presbyterian Church; 218 E. Oakland Avenue; Oakland, Florida. The family greatly appreciates the prayerful support of their extended families and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to My Father's House International; PO Box 20673; Roanoke, VA 24018 or www.mfh-elsalvador.org.