David Elliott was born on September 28, 1946 in Ellijay, Georgia. He was one of the most kind and generous men to walk the face of this earth. He is survived by Gennie L. Elliott, his loving wife of 36 years. He is also survived by his caring daughter, Kristin Gaddis (Rusty Ledford) of Blue Ridge, his mother Louise Wood of Copperhill, Tennessee, step children Shannon Gray (Tina) of Blue Ridge, Georgia, Sharee Gray Gibson (Eric) of Davenport, Florida, Sherry Gray Browning of Dahlonega, Georgia, and Michael Gray of Blue Ridge. Grandchildren, Wyatt Ledford and Olivia Ledford of Ellijay, Georgia, Jacob Gray, Alicia Gibson and Brandon Gibson all of Blue Ridge, also survive. Davids trademark was his laid back image. He was also known for his sly laugh and his many flannel shirts. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and SEC football and feeding his insatiable sweet tooth, but his favorite activity was swinging on the front porch, while watching his fur babies, Pete and Dottie, frolic in the flowers. David was called home on July 18, 2021 after a sudden illness. Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 from 6 until 8 pm at the Akins Funeral Home in Blue Ridge. The funeral service was on Thursday, July 22, 2021 in the chapel at Akins Funeral Home at 2 pm with the Rev. Daniel Postell of Calvary Chapel Blue Ridge officiating. Interment followed at New Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers were Allen Jones, Jody Wilson, Brandon Gibson, Jacob Gray, Larry Chastain, and Wyatt Ledford. Music was provided by Tina Gray, Paula Culver, and Judy Tipton. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge in charge of arrangements. . Visitation Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge Wednesday, July 21, 2021 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, Georgia 30513 Directions Funeral Service Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge Chapel Thursday, July 22, 2021 2:00 PM 7871 Blue Ridge DriveBlue Ridge, GA 30513 Directions