Mrs. Elizabeth Gaynelle "Nellie" Stallings
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Mrs. Elizabeth Gaynelle "Nellie" Stallings

  • September 16, 1937 - November 5, 2011
  • Annapolis, Maryland
  • Annapolis Maritime Museum
    P.O. Box 3088
    Annapolis, MD 21403
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“Our hearts and prayers are wiyh you all. Lois and Dave ”
1 of 11 | Posted by: Lois and Dave Zeyher - Annapolis, MD

“All of us with the Ladies Auxiliary FRC Unit 24 will greatly miss "Nellie". She has been a long standing and cherished member of our organization. ...Read More » ”
2 of 11 | Posted by: Linda Masterson - Annapolis, MD

“We will all miss this wonderful lady. So much fun, wonderful laugh. Loved to look sharp in her clothes. She fought a tough battle, but did it with...Read More » ”
3 of 11 | Posted by: Marlene Patmore - Annapolis, MD

“So deeply sorry to hear. Just don't have words. Such a good and cherished friend of the whole family. We will remember only the happiest of times....Read More » ”
4 of 11 | Posted by: WAYNE AND KIM SHARP - FL

“Brooks and Family, We are deeply saddened by the loss of your Nellie. She was a very special person and will be sincerely missed. The Halletts ”
5 of 11 | Posted by: Fred and Anne Hallett - Arnold, MD

“Brooks, I am so sorry for your loss of Nellie. She put up a good fight for many years. I hope to see you when I come up at Thanksgiving. Tom...Read More » ”
6 of 11 | Posted by: Tom Kelly - Pell City, AL

“Kathy, I know there is nothing we can say to ease your pain at this time, but please know that we are always here for you and your family. I feel...Read More » ”
7 of 11 | Posted by: Julia & Tim - Shady Side, MD

“Our thoughts n prayers are with U, Brook, n family. Memories will live on with U n family. Doug n Ginny Bell 1491 Grandview Rd Arnold, MD 21012 ”
8 of 11 | Posted by: Ginny Bell - Arnold, MD

“Prayers and condolences to your family for your loss. THE DAYS OF HEAVEN Rev. A.B. Simpson The days of heaven are peaceful days, Still as...Read More » ”
9 of 11 | Posted by: Daniel Stinson

“Mom, you're the best and I'll see you in heaven. ”
10 of 11 | Posted by: Cindy - daughter

“I am so sorry for the lost of your loved one. It may be comforting to know that God cares for each and every one of us. The Bible gives us hope that...Read More » ”
11 of 11 | Posted by: Delores Allen - Severn, MD


Elizabeth Gaynelle "Nellie" Stallings, a resident of Annapolis for nearly 55 years died November 5 at home after battling cancer. She was born September 16, 1937 in Beckley, West Virginia and graduated from Roosevelt High School in Honolulu, Hawaii. She was a member of The Fleet Reserve Ladies Auxillary in Annapolis and The U.S. Power Squadron . Nellie and her husband of 54 years, Brooks, loved cruising with The Annapolis Yacht Club, The Sailing Club of the Chesapeake, and Cross Roads Yacht Club in Stuart, Florida. She attended Grace Place Community Church of Stuart, Florida and spent their winter months in Hobe Sound, Florida.
Nellie was instrumental in starting GARCI (Greater Arnold Recreation Council Incorported), and participated in various sponsered charity events where she always brought her fun loving spirit, positive energy, and generousity to her community.
Nellie was a loving mother and devoted wife who cherished time with family. Forever nurturing and loving to her children and grandchildren, Nellie had a way of making everyone feel special.
Nellie enjoyed life, entertaining, traveling, sailing, power boating, fishing, and playing cards with family and friends. Always kind, Nellie was loved by everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her husband Melvin Brooks Stallings whom she married on February, 22, 1957; and their four daughters Debra Gay Pringle, Cynthia Elizabeth Kowalewski, Susan Brooks Cheatham and Katherine Ellen Galloway, 7 grandchildren and 8 great- grandchildren. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 8th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at John M. Taylor Funeral Home located at 147 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis. The funeral will be held on Wednesday, November 9th at 12pm. Interment will take place at 2pm at the Hillcrest Cemetary in Annapolis.