Elaine Erickson Foss passed away on Monday, May 4, 2020 at Banner Health in Greeley. Elaine was born to William and Juanita (Russell) Erickson on February 11, 1933 near Gill at the SLW Ranch. She graduated from Galeton High School in 1951. Elaine went to college at CSU for 2 years and completed their Home Economics program. On December 13, 1953 she married Robert Foss at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Greeley. In 1960, Elaine and Robert moved to the farm where she lived the rest of her life.
Elaine always enjoyed being actively involved with the day to day farm activities. Elaine loved her farm and animals. They were part of her family. She enjoyed feeding and taking care of her baby calves. Most of all, Elaine loved her family, friends, and neighbors. She took great pride in taking care of the yard and house. Elaine’s table was a gathering place for everyone to experience the blessings of her amazing food and company. On Sundays when she could, she spread her blessing with others.
She is survived by her son, Bradley Foss, and daughters, Cherylanne Koury (Pete) of Littleton and Robin Meireis (Bruce) of Gill. She has four grandchildren, Pete and Clint Koury and Robert and Bailey Meireis. She is also survived by her brother, Bill Erickson of Galeton, a brother-in-law Edwin Foss of Gill, CO, and a sister-in-law Dorothy Mezzacappa of Clovis, CA. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert, and her brother, Alan Erickson.
Due to the COVID-19 virus restrictions, a memorial service will only be accessible to immediate family. There will be a public viewing at Allnutt Mortuary, 6521 W 20th St, Greeley, CO 80634 on Sunday, May 10th from 4:00-7:00 pm.
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