Elaine Welsh (Welsh) King

Elaine Welsh King, of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2016 at the age of 93.  She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years, Charles H. King, III (“Chuck” aka “Grampy”); her sister, Dorothy Russon, of Brookfield, Wisconsin; her beloved sons: Charles H. King, IV (Patricia), Steven W. King (Meg), and Douglas A. King, Sr.; and her daughter-in-law, Melissa King. 

Elaine (aka “Grandma King,” “Gran Elaine,” “Dobady,” and “GG”) is also survived by her grandchildren: Charles H. King, V (Bridget) and Amy King Schindler (Edward); Ryan King and Alexis King; Douglas King, Jr. and Abbey King Mueller (Nate).  She was blessed with 8 adoring great-grandchildren: Charles H. King, VI, Jon King and Brett King; Cole Schindler, Peyton Schindler, and Walker Schindler; Sadie Mueller and Nathan Mueller.

Elaine was born July 27, 1923 in Mason City, Iowa.  She and Chuck met in German class at Shaker Heights High School.  They married in January of 1942 and enjoyed an amazing life together filled with family and good fortune.  She was a tireless partner and mother who devoted her life to her family.  She supported her husband’s demanding career while providing a warm and nurturing environment full of opportunity for her sons.  Elaine was the consummate “can-do” mom.  Her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were her world.  She was an amazing and unique matriarch who sought the best of everything for the ones she loved.  She was small but mighty, and fiercely loyal.  Elaine was fortunate to live a long, full, and healthy life surrounded by her family. 

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at the Federated Church located at 76 Bell Street in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.  Flowers or a donation to the Federated Church would be graciously appreciated.  The family would welcome the comfort of friends at a reception immediately following the service at the Federated Church.

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