Elaine Helen Smith

Elaine Helen Smith obituary, Crystal, MN

Elaine Helen Smith

Elaine Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Edina on May 18, 2022.
Smith, Elaine H. Feb 25, 1931 - May 15, 2022 Elaine passed away peacefully at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her loving husband George, daughter Mary Ann, 6 brothers and her sister. Elaine is survived by children: Photine, Clark (Denise), and Tom (Jeanette); 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Elaine was born in Faribault, MN to Gus and Mary Boosalis. She lived in Faribault until she met and married George and moved to California. They eventually moved back to Faribault, then settled in St Louis Park where she resided for the remainder of her life. Elaine's greatest joy was her family and her large extended family. She was a life-long member of St Mary's Greek Orthodox Church where she participated in various organizations. Elaine also had a love for green plants, and they thrived under her care! Funeral service 11am Friday, May 20 with 10am visitation. St Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Ave S, Minneapolis. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church. washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

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