BORN

1941

DIED

2017

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Zechar Bailey Funeral Home

1499 N Broadway

Greenville, Ohio

Elsie Delaplane Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 15, 2017.

Elsie M. Delaplane, age 76 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 9:20 PM Tuesday November 14, 2017 at Rest Haven Nursing Home Greenville. She was born October 28, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois and the daughter of the late William and Mary Louise (Martin) Malinas.

Elsie was retired having worked in accounting and as an office manager.

She was a 1959 graduate of Greenville High School, a member of the Jan Hagara Collectors Club and the Mid-Ohio Collectors Club, an accomplished seamstress, she enjoyed sewing for her 2 sisters and her 8 nieces and nephews whom she was very close with. She also enjoyed traveling to numerous family reunions.

Elsie is survived by her sisters and brother in law Judy (Alan) McElwain of Meadville, PA and Jacque Curran of Greenville, eight nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date and arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to State of the Heart Care of Darke County, Alzheimer's Association or the American Heart Association.

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November 22, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that your heavenly Father will give you peace of mind and heart during this difficult time.

November 16, 2017

I am so very sad to read of my cousin's passing. Elsie Mae was always kind and thoughtful and she holds a special place in my heart. We enjoyed many family gatherings from childhood to recent years. Rest in Peace.

Cousin Jenny

November 16, 2017

Sharon Wintrow

Jacque And family, You have my sincere sympathy on the loss of your Elsie. May she Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Sharon Wintrow

November 15, 2017

Linda Hunt

Prayers for all the family thank you for allowing me to help care for her she was fun to be with.

November 15, 2017

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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