AULANDER- Elizabeth Castelow Lovegrove, 90, of hwy 561, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, February 26, 2021.
Mrs. Lovegrove was born on October 26, 1930 to the late William Scarborough and Martha Hughes Castelow in Hertford County, NC. Elizabeth dedicated her life to her family and considered her three great-grandchildren the “loves of her life” She enjoyed embroidering and cross-stitch, search word books and was loved by so many in the community and at her church and will be deeply missed.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Marvin McMilton Lovegrove.
Elizabeth is survived by three daughters, Mary Elizabeth Felton and husband Milton of Colerain, Sarah Ann Morris and husband Eddie of Aulander, and Cindy Leigh Lovegrove of the home; one grandson, Daniel Morris and wife Amy of Woodland; one great-granddaughter, Kayla Morris; two great-grandsons, Colton and Hunter Morris; and a sister, Mary Ann Castelow Lassiter and husband David of Aulander.
A celebration of life graveside service will be held on Sunday, February 28, 2021, at 1:00 pm at the Ahoskie Cemetery, Ahoskie, NC, with Pastor Douglas Van Niel, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John Baptist Church, 1650 NC 461, Ahoskie, NC 27910 or online by Clicking Here
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Lovegrove family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.
Sarah, Mary and Cindy Ours thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time! Allen and I always thought alot of your mother and father both! We love you all!
Mary I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out about this and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
My sincere condolences to the Lovegrove family. My great aunt Adele Askew was very fond of Mrs. Lovegrove and the entire family. I remember visiting them with her as a child. Mr. & Mrs. Lovegrove always had something from their garden ready for my aunt and Mrs. Lovegrove made some of the most beautiful and unique crafts I had seen. Sending up prayers of peace and comfort for the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time and through the days ahead. She was a fine lady , so thoughtful and caring. She will be missed by many.
Prayers and condolences for your loss.
Cindy, Sarah and Mary, our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your sweet Mother. She was a dear friend and neighbor of ours for over 50 years. She will be missed by many in our community and church. She struggled with pain over the years but was a fighter. Keep all your special memories close in your hearts. May God give you rest, comfort and peace in the days ahead. God bless. Love you all.
Sending condolences, love and prayers to Mary, Sarah and Cindy and all the family.
We are praying for Mrs. Lovegrove’s family during this difficult time. Her beautiful servant’s spirit will surely be missed. We will miss getting her notes and checking on us. Love and hugs
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I will always remember the positive attitude of faith that Mrs. Elizabeth showed when facing any challenge! When I am tempted to complain, I need to remember her good example of trust and hope.