Elaine M Yarish

Elaine May (Lillo) Yarish, 83, cherished mother of Lori Mellon, Steven (Kelly) Yarish, Gayle (Alan) Malik, and Bruce (Shannon) Yarish. Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Thomas S. Yarish. She is also survived by her grandchildren Nicholas (Jessie), Lacey (Brian), Catherine, Elizabeth, Steven, Jeffrey, Matthew, Madison, and great grandson Landon (deceased) and great granddaughter Brinley.

Elaine passed from this life on September 18, 2011. The daughter of Nicholas W. and Della May Lillo, sister of Vincent, Elaine was born in Denver on July 12, 1928. She graduated from North High School in 1945 and later began a career at Denver’s Monarch Airlines, which eventually became Frontier Airlines. She worked two stints at Frontier, where she developed life-long friendships. Elaine took advantage of her love of flying, traveling to cities all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, Western Europe, Poland, and Russia. She was accompanied at various times by her husband, children, and various friends.

Elaine was an avid reader, sharing this past-time especially with her daughters. She also enjoyed movies, crocheting, bowling, and playing cards. She was also “mom” to any number of dogs, cats, rabbits, pigeons, ducks, hamsters, mice, even a few baby goats. Although she never really enjoyed cooking, she was an excellent cook, taught all her children, collected recipes, and hosted many family get together, holiday gatherings, and parties. Elaine especially treasured sharing time with her family and close friends. Her kindness, sense of humor, and empathy for others will be deeply missed. We love you, Mom.

A visitation will be held on Thursday Sept. 22nd from 4-8 p.m. at The Moore Howard Chapel, 4345 West 46th Avenue, Denver. A celebration of life service, also at The Moore Howard Chapel, will take place on Friday, Sept. 23 at 1:30 p.m., followed by an open house in Elaine’s honor at 4 p.m. at the Maliks’ home, 11102 West Cooper Drive, Littleton. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to The Children’s Hospital of Denver in memory of Elaine.