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Elise Ballou CaswellElise Ballou Caswell was born in Salem, Massachusetts in 1952 the daughter of James H. and Phyllis C. Ballou. She died peacefully in Bethel, Maine on June 29, 2016. Elise attended the Pingree School in So. Hamilton, MA and she attended UMass Boston where she received her BA in Psychology, graduating magna cum laude in 1978. She also studied Elementary Education at the University of Maine-Orono. In her adult life, Elise was a healer: she received certifications in Home Health Care, Polarity Therapy, Soma Massage Therapy and herbalism. She had a passion for helping others and worked in mental health as a home health aide; as a special needs tutor; as a case manager for mental health services; and, as a childrens librarian. Elise met her husband, Stephen Caswell, and true love met its example. After many years in Marblehead where they enjoyed sailing and bringing up two sons, the couple moved to Bethel, Maine where Elise bloomed into her most radiant and contented self. There, surrounded by mountains, Mother Nature and her loving family, she delighted in gardening, painting and in pursuing her favorite mediumwriting. Elise felt the world with such sensitivity. She was a prolific writer, an avid skier, a thinker, a birder, a philosopher who looked at the world with childlike wonder and enthusiasm. Elise enjoyed traveling with her loving Stevo and experiencing lifes endless variety, and laughter. She will be sorely missed. Elise Ballou Caswell is survived by husband Stephen Caswell, sons Samuel and William Caswell and beloved miniature Australian Shepard, Gracie-May; her mother Phyllis C. Ballou of Marblehead, her sister Susan Carter of Salem, Massachusetts and her son Bradford of Denver, Colorado; her sister Charlotte and husband Phil Cavanaugh of Erving, Massachusetts; her sister Heidi Loring and sons Tyler and James and daughter Kirsten Loring, all of Norton, Massachusetts. Elise is also survived by her aunt Mimi Ballou. She was predeceased by her father James H. Ballou, her sister Elizabeth Ballou and her uncle John B. Ballou. A Celebration of Life will be held on 9/10/16 at Shepley Barn, 46 Intervale Rd. Bethel, Maine for family, extended family and beloved friends. For further information on the celebration of life ceremony contact Stephen Caswell at [email protected].
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My deepest condolence to the family, may you find comfort and strength from the God of all comfort in this difficult time (Isiah 26:19)
May 21, 2018
So Sorry for your lost, may you receive comfort, from the God of All Comfort, during this difficult time. Cor 1:3
February 20, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I pray in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all
the joyful memories shared and will always cherish these beautiful memories . Romans 15:13 -
D. Wilmington-California
January 25, 2017
My sincere sympathies to the family. May Gods word help be of comfort during this difficult time. Reveleation 21:3,4
October 26, 2016
Steve, I am so sorry for you and your sons to have lost wonderful Elise. I know your bond was deep because both of you are so for real.Elise just radiated warmth, loving kindness, playfulness, fun, and honesty. I was lucky to have known her.
If you are in Marblehead please know that we would love to see you and welcome you for the night.
Love, Nancy Bennett and Larry Fieman
Nancy Bennett
September 10, 2016
Stephen, So sorry to hear of your loss. Lisa was such a wonderful person.
Love from Donna (Hidebrandt-cousin) Mott and family
Donna Mott
September 8, 2016
Sincere condolences for your loss. May happy memories of your loved one and the words of Isaiah 57:15 provide you with much comfort.
T R
August 31, 2016
Her huge smile and contagious laugh will always be part of the universe. One of my fondest memories is a crazy slumber party at her house in Salem when we were at Pingree. Energy doesn't die - it just changes form. Lisa is here and in every rainbow we are lucky enough to see. My deepest condolences...
Betsy Brockhurst
July 20, 2016
Elise was a wonderful refreshing original, the world has lost a great deal of its color. so so sorry
julie Keyes
July 17, 2016
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