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Elaine Nelson Obituary
1924 - 2019
Elaine F. Nelson, age 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2019. She was born on November 16, 1924 in Columbus to the late Ulysses Earl Fancher and Edna Pugh Fancher. Elaine graduated from East High School in 1942 and The Ohio State University with a Bachelor degree in Library Science. In earlier years, she was employed by the Columbus Public Library where she assisted setting up library book service to local Columbus hospitals. Former longtime member of Ohio Avenue UMC, where she served as church organist, taught Bible school, and was involved in many church activities. More recently, she enjoyed playing the piano for Vespers services at Wesley Ridge Retirement Community. Elaine was a current member of Reynoldsburg UMC. Former member of Gideon's International and Child Conservation League. Elaine enjoyed outdoor activities such as gardening, bicycling, swimming, camping, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, James A. Nelson, brothers Robert L. Fancher and Wayne U. Fancher. She was the devoted mother to son, Steven J. Nelson; daughter, Lori (Mack) Riddle; grandchildren, Janelle (Matt) Guirreri, Rocky (Lisa) Riddle; great-grandchildren, Jonathon Guirreri and Mia Guirreri. Family will receive friends 4-7 pm Thursday at Schoedinger East Chapel, 5360 E. Livingston Ave. Private interment will be held at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. A memorial service will be held 11 am Friday, May 10, 2019 at Wesley Ridge Retirement Community-Kimes Chapel, 2225 Taylor Park Dr., Reynoldsburg, OH 43068. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Columbus SE Camp of Gideon's International or to the Capital Area Humane Society.
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Cheryl Crigger
May 1, 2020
Elaine's family,
I still think of Elaine often, especially when it was the anniversary of Jim's passing a few weeks ago. May God continue to comfort you all, give you peace knowing she is with Jim & give you the strength to continue on.
Cheryl Crigger
May 7, 2019
To Elaine's family,
I'm so very sorry & shocked to learn of Elaine's passing. I called her Friday afternoon on the 3rd & we talked for almost an hour, we had such a good conversation & she sounded great. We talked about various topics, including her ornery cat Joey, ha!
My parents & I met her & Jim on a tour to New England in 1998, we all hit it off & would make sure we sat with each other at dinner. Then I would start seeing them on other tours through Mosher Tours & we would spend time together.
On our first meeting we all exchanged addresses & phone numbers, we visited with them & kept in touch.
I made sure I would call her at least every few months, but it had been a year since we last talked. Something told me I needed to call her, now I know why & I'm so glad I did.
You are in my thoughts & prayers. May God give you comfort & peace during this time.
Mary Cull
May 7, 2019
I shall miss my dear Aunt Elaine. She and I were in a long-time poetry club, with the two of us being the only members! We sent poems back and forth over the years, and I have a small scrapbook filled with her poems. Elaine was a kind, generous, lovely lady. Rest in peace, dear Auntie!
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