Elaine Behanna Obituary
Elaine Behanna, 68, passed away December 28, 2025 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, Ohio, she resided in the Akron and Uniontown areas all of her life. Elaine enjoyed planning and taking trips, quilting, Monty Python & the Holy Grail and spending time with her family.
Elaine was preceded in death by her mother, Dorma Boarman; brother, Mark Boarman. She will be sadly missed by her son, Paul Behanna; sister, Karen Boarman; friend and former spouse, Ray Behanna.
The family will have a celebration of Elaine's life at a later date. Those who wish may make memorial donations in Elaine's name to the charity of their choice.
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