Elijah Shorter, Sr. Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Elijah Shorter, Sr.

Mr. Elijah Shorter, Sr., 82, of Columbus, GA passed Wednesday, May 3, 2023 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, May 13, 2023 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Harrison Ford, officiating. Burial to follow in Green Acres Cemetery, Columbus, GA. Visitation is Friday, May 12, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. EST.

Mr. Elijah Shorter, Sr. was born December 28, 1940 to the late Theodore Shorter, Sr. and the late Clara Shorter in Omaha, Georgia. It was early morning on May 3, 2023 that God called Mr. Shorter to his Heavenly home.

In 1962 he met and fell in love with Linda Jean Shorter. They were married on June 6, 1963 and out of this union came their beautiful children.

He was an excellent worker and retired from the City of Hialeah, Florida after 30 years of service.

Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Jean Shorter; a sister, Doris Shorter; three brothers, Charlie Shorter, John Flintroy and Samuel (Barbara) Shorter; and grandson, Kendrick Shorter.

Elijah Shorter, Sr. leaves to cherish his memories seven children, Rebie Young (Edgar), Aundria Alexander, Elisha Shorter (Michael), Elijah Shorter, Jr., Lynette Shorter, Jonathan Shorter (Joan) and Vernette Reynolds; four sisters, Lula Mae Shorter, Dianne Pitts, Brenda Shorter and Shirlene (Larry) Nelson; two brothers, Theodore Shorter, Jr. and Arthur (Yvonne) Shorter; 28 grandchildren; 48 great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A special acknowledgement to all his neighbors.

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Great guy!! always nice, humble, and appreciative. Was a pleasure to conversate with him and take care of him. RIH

Even though there is joy in his homecoming, there is sorrow in your loss. Prayers of peace and comfort to you all during this most difficult time. Armand & Leigh White (Bella Jean & William)

With heartfelt sympathy and caring prayers to the family. The Lord is near the brokenhearted Psalm 34:18 Willie Harris & Pastor Sonja King-Harris

Dear Shorter Family, We The Williams Family Hartford, CT sends our Condolences to you all at this difficult time. We knew him as Tit. We are Praying with you and for you at this difficult time. Ruth Williams-Newell

Rest easy grandpa, I will forever hold on to our memories.Love you grandpa. Fatima Robinson & family

My deepest cH4HKondolences and may God watch over this family during this time. A.Walker

Enjoy your new life pops! Love you! Jonathan shorter

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Rest in Peace Uncle Tit Barbara, Tomika & Keith Shorter

Rest well. Thank you for your loving kindness.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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