Elvira Corrine “Ellie” Swofford

Elvira Corrine “Ellie” Swofford, daughter of the late Randall Elliot Satterfield and Marie Fern (Scouby) Swofford, was born Jan. 31, 1951, in High Gate. She passed away on Feb 22, 2025, at her home in Mountain Grove, at the age of 74. Following high school, Ellie began working as a cook for Elms Restaurant in St. James. She then worked for Zenith in Springfield. While working there she met the love of her life, Mike Swofford. Ellie and Mike were united in marriage July 22, 1972, in High Gate. Ellie also worked for Brown Shoe Company, Best Supply and owned and operated Hungry Hound Pet Supply until it closed. Ellie enjoyed going to yard sales. She was artistic and liked painting on canvas, eggs, wood, leaves, and many other things. She also enjoyed playing the guitar, riding and training horses, and could even drive a team of mules. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her granddaughter, Chloe, and watching her grow into a beautiful young lady.
Besides her parents, Ellie was preceded in death by three brothers, Wendell, Aaron and John Satterfield; and one sister, Isabel Satterfield. Ellie is survived by her husband of almost 53 years, Mike Swofford; her daughter, Cassie Maggard and husband, Rick; her granddaughter, Chloe Maggard; her brother, Quentin Satterfield and wife, Alison; many nephews and nieces; and many other relatives and friends who will miss her dearly. Visitation for Ellie Swofford was held Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, from 1-2 p.m. at Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home. Funeral services followed the visitation at 2 p.m., also at the funeral home, with Chaplain Terry Ramming officiating. Song selection was “I Want To Stroll Over Heaven With You,” sung by Alison Satterfield. Other song selections were “Strangers In The Night,” and “Holes In The Floor Of Heaven.” Shane Rogers, Jamie Whisman, Chris Ratterree, Clifton Satterfield, Mark Swofford and Ron Darrah served as pallbearers. Casey Hall, Ben Sellars and Kevin Coble served as honorary pallbearers. Burial was in Lone Star Cemetery. Online condolences: www.craighurttfuneralhome.com.