Photo courtesy of Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. – Lafayette Chapel
1931 - 2018 (Age 86)
Eleanor was such a nice person and will be miss by all
Phil,Pam and Sarah Cederquist
February 10, 2018 | Lafayettde, IN
Michelle, Cassie, Josh and Mike your grandma/mom was such a wonderful lady. She had such a caring personality. I loved her. You guys will all be in our prayers.
Kim Shackelford (Lutes)
January 16, 2018 | West Lafayette, IN
To Eleanor's Family: I loved the picture in the paper as I remember her with that big smile. She was a blessing to the Oakland students! I enjoyed visiting with her not only at school but in the neighborhood when she'd come over to Lillian's. May your memories and love of family and friends bring you comfort.
Mary Alice Burget
January 15, 2018 | Brookston, IN
Cassie.... I remember your grandma from Oakland. She was the lunch lady. I'll definitely say a prayer for you and your family.
Brenda Taylor (Ritenour)
January 15, 2018 | Clarksville, TN
Josh, Cassie, and family,
I have very fond memories of Eleanor. She not only mothered the Oakland students but also the staff. I still remember the school day when she had the teachers over to her house for lunch. May you find comfort in your fond memories of this kind and caring woman.
Anna Matthys
January 15, 2018 | Lafayette, IN
Cassie, Mike, Josh, and all Dailey family: I am so sorry for your loss of grandma Eleanor. She is my 1st cousin, through her dad, Uncle Frank Borkowsi. Frank is brother to my dad, Peter Borkowski. I knew Eleanor in St. Charles, Il. My last phone call to Eleanor was very special, she shared her family life with me, such a sweet , loving lady. I will miss her deeply. R.I.P. from Elisa Campbell
Elisa Campbell
January 13, 2018 | Eagan, MN
Josh and family, I send my prayers and thoughts to you in memory of Eleanor. She was such a great lady to know and work with at Oakland. David Billings, former Oakland teacher
David Billings
January 13, 2018 | West Lafayette, IN
RIP Maw-Maw We Love You!
Michelle Dailey-Garrett
January 13, 2018 | Lafayette, IN
Josh and Jen, Keenan and Gage. I am so sorry that your Grandma Eleanor passed. I know you will all miss her. It is wonderful that you got to grow up right there next door. My prayers of comfort and sweet memories are with you all and for the family. Mom/grandma Fran
Fran Schaefle
January 12, 2018 | Pahoa, HI
Eleanor M. Dailey, 86, of Lafayette, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, January 9, 2018.
She was born June 8, 1931 in St. Charles, IL to the late Frank Barkowski and Vera (Fordeyn) Barkowski Carlson.
Eleanor graduated from St. Charles High School in 1949 and had worked in the lunch room at Oakland School for 13 years. Eleanor was a mother figure to not only her children but to all the children she encountered and encouraged.
Her first marriage was to Francis Rogers on October 15, 1952. He passed away December 21, 1960. She later married Richard K. Dailey on January 11, 1964. He passed away September 4, 2013.
Eleanor was a member of St. Mary Cathedral and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and cooking.
Eleanor is preceded in death by two sisters, her daughter, Kathryn M. Dailey who passed away in 1980. She is survived by her son, Michael Dailey of Peoria, IL and Kathryn’s son, Josh Dailey (wife Jennifer) whom she adopted when Kathryn passed away. Also surviving are two granddaughters, Michelle Garrett (husband Curtis), and Cassandra Dailey as well as nine great grandchildren.
Friends may call from 1:00 pm until the time of the service at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery.
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