Elaine Ann Barkhurst

Elaine graduated from Millard North High School in May 1984, where she was part of the first class to attend all four years. While in high school she was active in the band where she played the flute, and was also on the committee to choose the school’s mascot, school colors and band uniforms when the district decided to make it a high school. After graduation she attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha for a time.

While in high school and college, she worked at Baker’s Square Grocery Store for 17 years as a cashier and later in Customer Service. She later moved on from Bakers and became a Payroll Specialist for Payroll Max which Asure Software later acquired and was employed for a total of 29 years.

Elaine was a caring and independent woman with a creative spirit and a passion for crafting. She especially enjoyed sewing, cross-stitching, and ceramics. Elaine loved sharing her talents with others and frequently created handmade gifts, especially blankets, for family and friends. Each creation was a reflection of the love and care she put into everything she made.

Family held a special place in Elaine's heart, especially her nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly. She also had a special love for animals and was always happy to lend a helping hand by dog-sitting for her nieces and nephews. Her own beloved dogs, Sadie and Torie, held a special place in her heart. Whether through a handmade gift, caring for a furry friend, or simply being there for those she loved, Elaine showed her kindness in thoughtful and meaningful ways.

Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Ellen (Osborn) Barkhurst, Sr.

She is survived by her sister, Teri (Don) Engstrom; her brother, Earl Barkhurst,Jr.; and her beloved nieces and nephews: Melissa (Dan) Preister, Donald (Sarah) Engstrom III, William (Nicole) Engstrom, Daniel Engstrom, Devin (Brittany) Moore, Heather (Stephen) Northcutt, Nicholas (Mary) Schalm, and Danni Barkhurst. She is also survived by several great-nieces and great-nephews, many special friends, and her cherished dogs, Sadie and Torie.

A Memorial Visitation will be held at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home, 5701 Center St, Omaha, Nebraska 68106, on Monday, November 2, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will follow at 4:00 pm. A private family burial will take place prior to the Celebration of Life.

Memorials may be directed to the Nebraska Humane Society in Elaine's memory.

Elaine will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched.