Elsie L. Rollins, 85, of Macfarlan, WV., departed this life on January 22, 2024, at her residence.

She was born June 13, 1938, at Macfarlan, the daughter of the late Basil and Florence Lamp Swisher.

Elsie was a devoted wife and homemaker who dedicated her life to the well-being of her family. She was an avid gardener who looked forward to each growing season and spent many hours cultivating and canning vegetables. Never one to shy away from manual labor, Elsie was a hard worker who undertook several construction and landscaping projects at her home as well as the homes of her children and extended family members. In addition to being an accomplished quilter, crocheter, and upholster she was also a musician, playing the bass guitar alongside her husband in a family band through the 1980s and early 1990s for fundraisers in support of local fire departments, emergency medical services and community associations.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Jack Rollins. She is survived by two sons, Terry (Jennifer) Rollins of Macfarlan, and Marty (Terri) Rollins of Walker. One daughter, Jackie (Roger) Pettit of Macfarlan. Three grandchildren, Summer Dawn (Ryan) Rollins of Hickory, TN, Sara (Leon) Rollins of Harrisville, and Isabelle Rollins of Walker, two sisters Josephine (Robert) Murphy of Macfarlan, and Norma Nutt of Elizabeth. Several Nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Elsie was preceded in death by two brothers, David and Darold Swisher and one sister, Barbara Swisher.

Per her wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral services.

Matheny Whited Funeral Home of Elizabeth was honored at assist the Rollins family.