Elliott Daughtry Jr., 56, entered this life on April 30, 1969, in Baltimore, MD and was blessed unto his parents, Elliott Daughtry Sr. and Evelyn Daughtry, who both preceded him in death. The Lord saw fit to call his son, Elliott Jr., home on February 8, 2026 after a long battle of Chronic Kidney Disease.

Elliott was educated in the Baltimore City Public School System, attending Waverly Elementary, Chinquapin Middle and Eastern High School. Afterwards, he graduated from Coppin State College in 1992. At Coppin, Elliott thrived; he found a community deemed fit and proud to call a family that would last a lifetime. He worked as an academic advisor guiding many in the right direction. In 1991, as a founding member of Coppin Models Fashion Club he would not only model, but design, create, and model his own fashions and his signature bow-ties. In Coppin Players, he performed captivating plays. Additionally, Elliott pledged to become a brother of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. on May 2, 1989, affectionately earning the name, “Jukebox”.

Above all, Elliott pledged his life to Christ, accepting Jesus as his Lord and Savior. He was baptized in the name of Jesus Christ on March 5, 1978 and filled with the gift of the Holy Ghost in April 1983. Raised in an Apostolic Christian household and with a mother who loved the Lord, he joined Refuge Way of the Cross Church of Christ under the leadership of the late Apostle Leroy H Cannady in 1977, which was destined to be his family and home church. Over the years, no matter his situation, Elliott made sure to be in the presence of the Lord in His Father’s house. During his final years, he attended Historic Rehoboth Church of God in Christ Jesus Apostolic under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Keith G Allen and being within walking distance was important to Elliott.

Elliott lived a life filled with faith, joy, exploration, and connection. 

Throughout the Community Elliott became known as kind, dependable, supportive, giving and overall a Ray of Sunshine. If there was an event, you can count on him showing up to support you or have a good time. Rather it be a Holy Convocation, birthday, alumni event, Kappaversary, anything big or small, Elliott would be there if it was God’s will. If he knew you were in the hospital, he would make sure to be there to make you smile.

From a child on, Elliott was active in the church. He was part of the Youth for Christ Choir, Men’s Ministry, Senior Care Ministry, Outreach Ministry and many more. He was a man of substance! He knew how to truly lead by example. He mentored the youth, at times as a Sunday School teacher or even a Fraternity Big Brother. He hosted The Family & Friends Breakfast Club-Baltimore monthly while proudly making sure everyone was acknowledged and celebrated for their own life and accomplishments.

Elliott was blessed with many gifts; he was a true artist in his own right! He was a great cook, leading him to work for years at Melba’s Place, in the very same kitchen as his Father and Uncle Cornelius. He was a master of the sewing needle, applying what he learned from his mother and late sister Ellen to make fashion sets and accessories. He was crafty, literally turning a man’s trash into treasure; he believed in reuse, recycle, and repurpose. He got it honestly; the Daughtry men before him were known in the community for making things out of textiles like glass. He was a writer, like his late sister Vanessa and late nephew Erik. He was a musician who knew how to play the saxophone. In his last days, he learned to grow a balcony garden, which he would use to make wonderful meals, making him a farmer. Just to name a few.

This man was truly blessed. Even through his long battle with illness, he didn’t stop making memories, new experiences, being a joy to others, nor stop fighting to be the man we all know to love. Elliott’s life was a testament to unwavering faith, resilience and generosity. His warm spirit, devotion to God, family & friends will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him.

Elliott leaves to cherish his memories: niece, Cherese; nephew, Lamont; great-niece, Evelyn; uncle, Cornelius; aunts, Gracie and Betty Jean; a host of cousins and friends.

Even in death, Elliott found time to bless others by donating his body to the Maryland Anatomy Board. His selfless act will improve public health for generations to come through research and education.

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