Elizabeth Lavalais of Chicago, formerly of Talladega, AL, transitioned March 12,2024, after a brief illness. Elizabeth was the loving mother of Kyll (Melissa), Christopher and Nicole Lavalais; cherished "Grandma Liz" to Brandon, Kyra, Tia, Etienne, Justin, Olivia, Madison, Jessica, and Jada; dear sister of Roberta Stratton, Dolores Williams, the late Fred Dates Jr., Lola Abercrombie, Clyde Dates, Nelson Dates, Matthew Dates, Jackie Dates, and Vanessa Dortch; and fond Aunt and friend to many.