Elaina Lyn Hudson

Elaina Hudson Obituary

Elaina Lyn Hudson, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away on her 43rd birthday at North Kansas City Hospital after a long illness. Elaina was born March 31, 1965 in North Kansas City, and was a 1982 graduate of Oak Park High School. She also graduated from Terry's Cosmotology School and Patricia Stevens Modeling School. She worked as a nail technician at various nail salons including Sak's Fifth Avenue, Caesar's and Studio One, as well as being self-employed as a nail technician. She was a tall, beautiful woman, and was occasionally employed as a model. Elaina was a fun-loving, light-hearted and gregarious person whose company was enjoyed by everyone who knew her. She easily forgave those who wronged her. Her legacy is the comfort and happiness she brought to all those she touched. Elaina is survived by her parents, George and Elaine Hudson of Preston, Missouri, a son, Dustin Hudson, brothers Keith Hudson and Buck Hudson, mother-in-law, Melva Jones of Kansas City and her long-time friend, Mike Reardon, of Kansas City. Arrangements made by Park Lawn Funeral Home, and a memorial service will be held Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at the Preston Community Center on 54 Highway one block West of 65 Highway in Preston, Missouri. contributions in Elaina's honor may be made to the Prairie Methodist Chapel, Urbana, MO.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Apr. 3, 2008.

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Karin Talbot-Franks

April 24, 2008

Today I found out my oldest and best friend has gone. I want to express my deepest sympathy to her family and friends who I know loved her dearly. She was smart, beautiful, vivacious, funny, and my friend. The first time I met Elaina was in our backyards, (they backed up to each other) when we were 4 years old? Throughout our lives we would drift apart, but always seemed to get back together, never missing a beat. We had the time of our lives during the mid 1980's, backcombing our hair, dressing in our punk rock outfits and cruising to Pogos in her 280Z listening to Yaz, or New Order as loud as it would go. We were so cool. Then we each got married and drifted apart. I had only seen her a few times in the past 20 years, and I know her health was holding her spirit back. I wish I would have spent more time with her or called her more often. Life goes by and we don't have time to notice. Elaina was my first friend, and someday, when we are all together again we will start where we left off, never missing a beat... . Elaina, you will always be in my heart. Your friend, Karin

Ursula Richard

April 18, 2008

My heartfelt condolences to Elaina's family and friends.
Just learned of her leaving us to be with Our Lord, I am happy for her joining God's Angels, but sad for the ones she left behind.
Only knew Elaina professionally, and with the few times in the last 10 years of having actually had conversations with her, I loved her laughter, and zest for life. She certainly is one to never be forgotten. Her laughter and smile, always inspiring, will always be with me.

April 3, 2008

Mike Reardon

April 3, 2008

We loved each other until the end. I know she waited for me to pay that last visit just before she died. Now there is a dark empty space her smile once filled. I'm glad she's at peace, and I know she doesn't want me to grieve for her, but I can't help it. I have never known a woman as sweet and kind as Elaina. For me, her legacy is all the ways she made my soul sing. We were lucky to have each other even though the time was short. She was always an angel. She gave me comfort and happiness when I needed it the most. As the days unfold the weight will lift, and I will remember Elaina at the Beaumont Club, laughing with her friends and looking around until she caught my eye and smiled.

Mark Morales

April 3, 2008

Condolences to the family of Elaina she was a wonderful person with a heart of gold. Loved life to its fullest and cherished her friendships with others. A beautiful person inside and out. Heaven our Lord welcomes you with open arms. Dustin your blessed to have a mother like Elaina. She's in heaven now and will always be looking down on you. For a mothers love is never ending.

April 3, 2008

Elaina was a beautiful person and will be missed by the many friends and family she leaves behind. She was always happy, playful, silly and she absolutey knew what was important in life. God Bless her for sharing her smile, positive attitude and joyfulness with all of us. Rest in Peace Elaina, you deserve it!

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