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Elizabeth Atticks
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The Synod of the Trinity expresses their sadness on receiving the news of the death on October 16, 2007 of
Miss
Elizabeth G. Atticks A dedicated servant of God, Elizabeth was employed by the Synod of the Trinity for 38 years before retiring on October 22, 1979. When Elizabeth retired from the Synod, she was elected Stated Clerk of Carlisle Presbytery, a position she held for 10 years. As a Deacon, Elder and Trustee, she was a life-long member of Market Square Presbyterian Church teaching Church School for 51 years and singing in the choir for over 60 years. Her vitality, energy, nurturing, and dedication will be sorely missed by all who were guided and touched by her unwavering devotion to her Presbyterian faith. Elizabeth remained a vital force in her church, the Carlisle Presbytery, and the Synod throughout her 93 years and was loved and admired by generations of clergy and lay leaders.
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| Working as the Office Manager and Administrative Assistant of the Synod, Elizabeth was instrumental in the design and facilitation of the Synod Leadership Training School - eventually known as Synod School - which met at Wilson College every summer for a 4 week session. The 'school' began in the 1950's and was discontinued with the restructuring of the Synod in late 2003. |
Quotes from the Synod throughout the years:
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"...I would be remiss if I omitted mention of Miss Elizabeth Atticks, that efficient secretary who really keeps the office work up to date and unsnarled."
William H. Galbreath, Synod Moderator, 1952
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"Deep appreciation is expressed to Miss Elizabeth G. Atticks, the office manager, for
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Elizabeth in late 1970 |
her capable supervision of the office work.."
Claude S. Conley, Synod Executive, 1955
A special presentation of a gift from the Synod to Miss Elizabeth Atticks, Synod Office manager, upon her completion of twenty years of service with the Synod. All present gave a prolonged standing ovation.
1961 Synod Minutes
"No staff report would be complete withou paying tribute and expressing deep appreciation to our Office Manager, Miss Elizabeth Atticks who has now served Synod twenty-one years under three Executives..."
Douglas S. Vance, Synod Executive, 1962
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"...the void which could not adequately be filled during her absence only verified the conviction that many of us have had that she is absolutely indispensable to the Synod of the Trinity."
Douglas S. Vance, Synod Executive, 1964 |
"..we are deeply indebted to Miss Elizabeth Atticks for keeping us all straight and for taking care of the loose ends when the rest of us let them fall."
Douglas S. Vance, Synod Executive, 1965 |
"I would like to express my deep appreciation for those who are retiring this year from our Staff...(et al) and Miss Elizabeth Atticks, who as given service to this Synod for thirty-eight years. It would be hard to express in words our gratitude for not only the dedicated service...provided but the Christian spirit in which that service has been rendered."
William G. Rusch, Synod Executive, 1979 |
Graveside services will be held at Rolling Green Cemetery on Saturday, October 27 at 9:30 am, followed by a Memorial Service at Market Square Presbyterian Church, 20 S. Second Street, Harrisburg, PA at 11:00 am. Parking will be available in the Market Square Garage. Memorial gifts can be made to Market Square Presbyterian Church.
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