Elaine Morris
December 18, 2018
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Elaine Morris passed away December 18, 2018, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. She was born September 22, 1938, in Decatur County, Iowa to Harold and Ruby Elliott.
Elaine retired from Mary Greeley Hospital after 35 years as a pediatric nurse. She enjoyed fishing, quilting, playing the piano, and light-hearted fun.
Elaine is survived by her husband, Bob; son, Paul (Laurie) Coffin; stepchildren, Rebecca (Terry) Holdridge, Sherry Occhuizzo, Cathy Kimberley, Kevin (Amy) Kimberley, Shelly (Raymond) Greer, and Sherry Leonard; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Coffin and her brothers, Jack Elliott and Donald Elliott.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 21, 2018, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 22, 2018, at First Family Church, 317 SE Magazine Road in Ankeny with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Farrar United Methodist Church or First Family Church in loving memory of Elaine.
Condolences may be expressed online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Shirlee Hasstedt RN
12/21/2018
Elaine was my "Nurse Mentor" at Mary Greeley Medical Center on the Pediatric Floor. My success as a nurse is due to having Elaine show me the way. She was my special blessing! We worked hard but she was also a practical joker. Elaine was great at being able to make people smile. She will be missed.
Sherry Leonard
12/20/2018
Elaine has been a wonderful stepmom to my sister and to myself. She always had a smile for everyone whether it was a friend or a stranger. We always found enjoyment and laughter when we were all together. Ive never heard a complaint or unkind word from her for any person or situation. Elaine has always been more concerned about everyone elses comfort and feelings than her own. It was a blessing to have in our lives and I know she is loved by many. Elaine will be greatly missed by all that knew her, including myself.
Mary Nordstrum Brooks
12/20/2018
Elaine was a school friend and we kept in touch over the years. We had much fun during our school years. Bob, what a great guy caring for her over so many years during such a rough time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Elaine's extended family.
Mike and Becky McGregor
12/20/2018
Our hearts our with you all, and wish it worked for us to be there. Elaine was a very favorite Aunt that we will miss extremely. But we are relieved for her that her long suffering is over. Bob did a fabulous job in his care for her. Thank you for your love to Elaine! And may God continue to bless you in the coming months