Bertha Sue Elliott, 65, of Belmont, NC, passed away on August 22, 2025 at Carolina Caring Hospice House, Sherrills Ford, NC.  Bertha was born on December 23, 1959 to her loving parents, Ernest Joseph Elliott and Dorie Lee Hill Elliott.  She graduated from Pfeiffer University with a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Health Administration/Master of Science in Leadership and Organizational Change.

Bertha was preceded in death by her parents.  She is survived by her sister, Wanda Mae Elliott; her brother, James Arnold Elliott and wife, Trina Denean Elliott; niece, Joy Lynn Elliott, and nephew, Martin Brock Elliott.  She is also survived by her goddaughter, Ashley Brianna Collins and godson, Ro’Nique Staley.

A memorial service will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at Wells Spring Methodist Church, Forest City. There will be a communal gathering and meal at the church at completion of the service.  In lieu of flowers, Bertha’s request was for donations to be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.  The Padgett & King Mortuary & Crematory is serving the Elliott family.  An online guest registry is available at www.padgettking.com.