Elizabeth M. Heinlein
Born April 14, 1928 to Albert E. and Constance E. MacPhail (Calderwood) Randolph, Massachusetts, and died December 1, 2021 Brookfield, New Hampshire surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth moved to Maine when she was young and she graduated from Rockland High School. She attended Boston University College of Practical Arts and Letters.
Elizabeth married Robert N. Heinlein in 1950 and raised her family in Stoneham, Massachusetts. She retired as the Director of Purpose School, a private nursery and kindergarten in Stoneham. Elizabeth served as President of the Amica Class at the First Congregational Church in Stoneham, and as Co-Chair of Parish Helpers at the First Congregational Church of Wakefield, NH with her sister, Catherine. Elizabeth was an avid Scrabble and Cribbage player and a prolific baker.
Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Constance MacPhail (Calderwood), brother Albert E. MacPhail, Jr., husband Robert N. Heinlein and daughter Jane E. Heinlein. She is survived by her sister Catherine M. Britton of New Hampshire, sister in-law Elizabeth H. Seibert of Virginia, sons Robert N. Heinlein, Jr. (Nancy) of Maine and Richard A. Heinlein (Rebecca) of South Carolina, grandchildren Erich R. Heinlein (Heather) of Tennessee, Jessica A. Heinlein of Washington, Laura H. Lilly (Ben) of Georgia, and Elizabeth M. Heinlein of South Carolina; as well as great grandchildren Max, Oliver, and Rebecca plus several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of Elizabeth’s life will be held in Spring 2022. In lieu of flowers, donations the First Congregational Church of Wakefield are appreciated.
To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com
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