Christopher Alan Elwood, age 68 of Clarkesville, passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Born in Burlington, Vermont, on December 30, 1957, Christopher was the son of the late Perle and Jeanette Bansquet Elwood. In addition to his parents, Mr. Elwood is preceded in death by his son Kasey Elwood, brother Terry Elwood, and sister Lynn Donaghy. Mr. Elwood had worked at Metals USA as a master electrician. In his spare time, he enjoyed motorcycle riding, fishing, hunting, and panning for gold. Mr. Elwood loved hanging out with his family, friends, as well as his dog Evie Grace.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanette Stanhope Elwood of Clarkesville; son, Nathan Elwood of Highgate, Vermont; daughters, Coleen Rotunno of Gainesville, Donna Stanley of Simsbury, Connecticut, and Katherine Stanhope of Suwanee; and sister, Cathy Elwood of North Carolina, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 77 Homestead Lane, Highgate, Vermont.
An online guest book is available for those wishing to express condolences by visiting www.hillsidememorialchapel.com.
Arrangements are in the care and professional direction of Hillside Memorial Chapel and Gardens, Clarkesville, GA
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