Elsie Lovelace

Elsie Lovelace, 82, of Wilton, California, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, in Elk Grove, California. Born on January 25, 1944, in Laramie, Wyoming, Elsie lived a life marked by faith, service, and love for her family and community.

Elsie grew up in Laramie, Wyoming and moved to Sacramento, California, where she attended Grant Union High School and C.K. McClatchy High School before pursuing her education at Sacramento City College. She began her career at the California Department of Motor Vehicles but later chose to dedicate herself fully to raising her family after the birth of her first child. Her devotion extended beyond the home as she volunteered tirelessly at Wilton Christian School for nearly two decades while her children were students there.

A faithful member of Wilton Bible Church since the early 1970s, Elsie’s unwavering commitment to her faith was evident in every aspect of her life. From the days when the church bus would bring her to services until she could no longer attend in 2025, Elsie found joy in serving others. She especially loved working with children through Children’s Church and Vacation Bible School. Her warm spirit and dedication left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

Elsie cherished spending time with her husband Ron and found great joy in praying for her friends and loved ones. She especially loved sending birthday greetings to her friends and loved ones on their birthdays. She was an avid reader with a particular fondness for books by Jeanette Oke. Her kindness and friendliness endeared her to many, forming deep bonds within both her church family and the school community where she served.

She is survived by Ronald Lovelace, her devoted husband; her daughter Adrienne Currington; her son Peter Lovelace and his wife April; and five beloved grandchildren: Zoe Currington, Ethan Currington, Andrew Lovelace, Nathan Lovelace, and David Lovelace: and her sister Laurel Rogers. Elsie’s legacy of love and faith will continue to inspire those who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her father William Vaughn, and her mother Elsie Vaughn. Her siblings Donna Slade, Deanna Keever, Darlene Harvey, Ted Struble, Donald Struble, Leroy Struble, Benton Struble, and Madge Struble.

A Memorial Service will be held on March 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Wilton Bible Church, 9697 Dillard Road, Wilton, CA 95693. A viewing will be held on March 23, 2026 at Herberger Family Elk Grove Funeral Chapel in Elk Grove, CA from 4pm-6pm. May Elsie's memory bring comfort to all who were touched by her life.