Eleanor "Elly" Walters

Eleanor “Elly” Walters, 89 years young, treasured resident of Asheboro NC, passed away peacefully 0n Wednesday June 25, 2025 in Charlotte NC. Elly exercised her independence for 88 years, but the last year took a toll on her health.

Elly was born and raised in the Richmond Hill district of San Francisco by Frank and Irene Donahoe. After the premature passing of her mother, Elly then "adopted/was adopted by" the Sheridan family, close friends from church.

Elly graduated from Lincoln High School in 1953, then attended San Francisco State University for two years. Elly relocated cross-country to Asheboro NC in 1967, making it her home. Elly enjoyed her long-term employment with the State of NC; first with the Health Department and then as the Registrar with the NC Zoo. Elly loved her Church of the Good Shepherd, making many friends over the years.

Elly is survived by her daughter, Sandie Green of Charlotte NC, daughter Janet Townsley of Stuart FL and son, Scott Walters and wife Dr. Park, Mi-Hyun of Daejeon, South Korea, She loved her grandchildren; Maddie, Spencer, Savannah, Brigid and Sarah and her three great- grandchildren; Cammy, Leighton and Vance.

With words and deeds she showed us the way to grow and be. Her strength, determination and sassiness reinforced building independence and individual development. Elly was wise, and had the ability to solution any opportunity. All who knew her will miss her zest for life and willingness to lend a hand.

We will celebrate Elly’s life on Wednesday July 9th at the Church of the Good Shepherd 505 Mountain Rd. Asheboro NC @ 2 p.m. with a reception to follow in the Parrish hall.