Elaine Marie Michelson

She was born on April 15, 1952 in Keene, NH daughter of the late James Newton and Ruth Keating. She grew up in Keene and attended area schools.

On August 1, 1970, Elaine eloped with the love of her life, Wayne H. Michelson.

Elaine had been a homemaker for many years, caring for her family and home that she and Wayne so dearly loved. After her children had grown up, she had been employed by The Inn at East Hill Farm in Troy, NH. Elaine enjoyed family vacations throughout New England viewing wildlife and the countryside. At home she cared tenderly to her plants – both in the house and her flower gardens. She found much pleasure in raising her 16 chickens, rooster, dogs, and cats throughout the years. As an avid photographer, Elaine loved to build scrapbooks which catalogued her fondest memories with her family and pets.

Elaine leaves behind her loving husband of over 50 years: Wayne H. Michelson of Fitzwilliam, NH; children: Ann M. Michelson of Jaffrey, NH, Veronica R. Young and her husband William of Stafford, VA, and Ben S. Michelson and his wife Stephanee of Arlington, VA; grandchildren: Damion, Ethan, and Cameron; half-brother: Jim Newton of Swanzey, NH; brothers and sisters-in-law: Carl Michelson of Fitzwilliam, NH, Priscilla Rosin of Troy, NH, Mary Goodnow and her husband Ronnie of Fitzwilliam, NH, Pamela Michelson, of Troy, NH; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister: Peggy Newton; and brother and sister-in-law: Walter Michelson and Diana Michelson.

In keeping with Elaine’s wishes, a private time of remembrance will be held with immediate family.

Elaine’s family would like to thank those who assisted and the first responders. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Elaine M. Michelson’s name to the Fitzwilliam Town Fire Department, 6 Church Street, Fitzwilliam, NH 03447.