It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Elsie Mae Moxon (nee Chapman), on January 28, 2026. Elsie was born at home in Junction City on November 16, 1925. She was the tenth of eleven children born to George Phelps Chapman, Jr. and Elsie Eliza Chapman (nee Luman). Elsie attended elementary school in Junction City and graduated from Weaverville High School. In 1947, she married Alvin Moxon and thereafter they made their home together in Arcata and raised their sons.

Elsie’s childhood home is still in her family, and she visited Junction City whenever possible, especially at Christmas, Easter and during summer breaks.

Elsie was a member of the Native Daughters of the Golden West and the Society of Humboldt County Pioneers. She loved gardening, flowers, hummingbirds, and her family most of all. A beloved matriarch, Elsie enjoyed visits from her nieces and nephews when she was no longer able to travel.

Elsie was preceded by her husband, Alvin Moxon, and her son, Clifford Moxon. She is also preceded by her parents and all her siblings.

Elsie is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, George and Delilah Moxon, of McKinleyville and her daughter-in-law, Susan Moxon, of LaGrange, Georgia. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and extended family members. While too numerous to name individually, Elsie loved you all.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dona Moxon and Denise Wolverton for their kindness in assisting in mom’s care. Thank you also to the doctors and nursing staff at Mad River Community Hospital for their care of mom in her final days.

Elsie was deeply touched and grateful for the overwhelming love and support she received from family and friends at her 100th birthday party. The heartfelt gestures and presence of loved ones brought her immense happiness and a sense of honor at this milestone celebration.

On Elsie’s behalf, the family extends their sincere appreciation to everyone who joined in expressing their affection and respect. Your kindness and thoughtfulness meant so much.

Fulfilling Elsie’s personal wishes, the family announces that no funeral services will be held.