Elaine Charlotte Graczyk

Graczyk, Elaine Charlotte March 31, 1944 - February 18, 2026. Beloved wife and life-long sweetheart of husband Stephen (deceased 2011). Married 44 years and together for 50 years. Mother of five, grandmother of eight, great-grandmother of three: son Stephen (deceased 2002); son James and grandchildren Ethan, Eli (deceased 2007), and Emma; daughter Suzanne and grandchildren Jessica (great-grandchildren Karter and Khloe), Anthony and husband Ethan, and Amanda (great-grandchild Alex) and daughter Nancy (deceased 1994); and son Kevin, wife Heather, and grandchildren Keaton and Kali. Dear daughter to Lorraine (deceased 2015) and husband William Sexton (deceased 1981) and second husband Charles Hays (deceased 2013). Elaine was a devoted mother but retired from a successful career as a tax consultant for H&R Block. Elaine had a special joy in caring for the babies and toddlers in her family. She hosted many holiday celebrations for her family, as well as family vacations to the Lake of the Ozarks and several Caribbean cruises. Memorable trips with her husband Steve included Padre Island and Seattle. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Epilepsy Foundation (www.epilepsy.com). The family can be contacted at [email protected]