Estelle Ninette 'Telli' (Church) Carter

Estelle Ninette Carter was born August 16, 1957 in Columbus, Ohio. During her earlier years, she lived in Egypt, as well as in Paris, France, and traveled worldwide. Upon her return to the United States, Estelle entered the building and construction trades, in Cleveland, Ohio, as a contract painter and job site manager. She later worked with charter schools as an administrative assistant. Estelle, who was known to many as Telli, had a variety of interests. She was an herbalist, and a connoisseur of fine furnishings, antiques, art, and design. As an entrepreneur, Estelle established a business and began offering Miss Telli's Fabulous Sorrel, which are all natural, herb-infused, blended beverages consisting of fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers. On Saturday, May 13, 2017, at the age of 59, Estelle transitioned from earth to eternity. She was predeceased by her father Paul R. Church, Sr., stepfather Joseph L. Gray, mother Ellyn Leigh Gray, and brother Paul R. Church, Jr. She leaves to cherish her memory, children Christina Church and Jordan McDonald; fiance Robert L. Moss; sisters Paula (Joshua) Jackson and Renee Broadnax; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.