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Elaine Whitican Obituary

Elaine Isla Whitican Port Huron Elaine Isla Whitican, 84, of Port Huron, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 13, 2012. She was born on October 16, 1928 in Port Huron to the late Gordon and Isla (Reid) Reichard. She married Kenneth Whitican on September 4, 1948 in the Missionary Church. Elaine graduated from Port Huron High School in 1946 where she sang in the Bess Hyde Choir. After graduation, she worked at Mueller Brass for five years, later became an Avon Representative for ten years, and then worked as a Paraprofessional at Garfield Elementary School for six years. She was a lifetime member of Colonial Woods Missionary Church and annually attended Brown City Church Camp. She enjoyed summers at Lakeside beach, boating, trips in the motorhome, and spending time with her grandchildren. She had a special affinity for cardinals and will be remembered for her culinary delights and delicious confections. She is survived by her husband of over 64 years, Kenneth; two children, Frederick (Cheryl) Whitican, Colonel USAF Retired of Xenia, Ohio and Rebecca Webb of Lakeview, Oregon; six grandchildren, Andrea, Michael, Ryan, Danielle, Kristyn, and Austin; three great-grandchildren, Isabelle, Ashton, and Cailin; a brother, David (Carol) Reichard; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Judy Whitican in 1961; sister, Norma Graichen; brother, Donald Reichard; son-in-law, Thomas Kinsman; son-in-law, Matthew Webb; and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday in Pollock Randall Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Colonial Woods Missionary Church. The Reverend Jack Woodburn of Colonial Woods Missionary Church will officiate. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Port Huron. Memorial contributions may be made to Colonial Woods Christian Counseling Center. To send condolences, visit www.pollockrandall.com.

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Published by The Times Herald from Dec. 15 to Dec. 16, 2012.

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C.J. & Bobbie Thomas

December 18, 2012

We were so sorry to read that Elaine had
passed on. We will be keeping all of you in our prayers for comfort

Jim and Ralene Carmody, and Family

December 17, 2012

Mr. Whitican, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Mrs. Whitican. To Fred and Becky; as we grew-up together as next-door neighbors, your mom was always there for all of us, especially after my dad passed away. She will be remembered as a kind and loving friend. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Julie Falk

December 16, 2012

Becky,I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing,I have many fond memories of your family growing up.She was a wonderful woman!

Dr Patel & Staff

December 16, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Elaine was a wonderful person that will never be forgotten.

December 15, 2012

good bye my friend you made me a better person with our chats and laughter your pride in your family and deep faith touched me deeply ill miss you love robin

Eric Payton

December 15, 2012

Ken, Fred, and Becky; So sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. She was a long time friend of mine. We graduated together in 1946 from PHHS and has remained a lifelong friend. She will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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