It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother, Elaine Richardson, on the morning of Sunday, September 22, 2019 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Elaine was born in Pembroke, Ontario on June 15, 1947 and spent much of her childhood in Sheenboro, Quebec before moving to Mississauga as a teenager. In 1976, she moved to Lower Brighton with her husband and young children where she was a proud stay-at-home mother and wife for many years before working in home care with seniors for many years. Each of us will always remember your smile and your kindness to others.

Elaine is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, George, and her children Dale (Nicole) and Lynne (Mitchell) Hemphill. She leaves behind her precious grandchildren, Emma, Aiden, Lucy, Ava and Jane. Also left to mourn are her siblings, Clarina, Dorothy, Marina, Marion, MJ, Pat, Rose Mary, Doug, Brian, Edward and numerous nieces and nephews.

Elaine was predeceased by her parents, Hilaire and Clara, and step-mother, Mary Helen, as well siblings, Raymond, Juanita, Hillard, Billy, Donna, Joe, Gary and son-in-law, Neil Chase.

A devout Christian, Elaine was a long-time member of the Lower Brighton Wesleyan Church. She worked in home care for twenty years and made many close connections with the seniors she cared for. She was also an integral part of her small community of Lower Brighton where she always lent a helping hand to those in need. Elaine will be missed by all.

Sweet wife, dearest Mom, and beloved Nanny, you showed all of us this: when you are surrounded by all that you need, never build a higher wall; instead, always build a longer table. We will live to celebrate your shining generosity every day.

At Elaine's request, there will be no visitation. Instead, a graveside service will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the Lower Brighton Cemetery. All are welcome. The service will be followed by a reception at the Lower Brighton Wesleyan Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Arthritis Society of Canada would be appreciated.