Elaine E. Craig, 86, of Easton, died Sunday, August 7, 2022 in Arden Courts of Old Orchard. Born June 11, 1936 in Easton, she was the daughter of the late Burton A. and Mabel (Bellis) Jones. Elaine worked for the Selective Service and retired from the Easton Social Security office. She graduated from Easton High School in 1954 and was a member of Earl Held’s All-Girl Band. She also baked and decorated cakes.
Surviving are her sister, Joyce Marmelo and her husband, Tony; her special cousin, Karen Fulmer; an uncle, cousins, and members of her ex-husband’s family.
Services will be private. Interment will be in Easton Cemetery. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Her family wishes to thank the current and former staff of Arden Courts. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army of Easton, 1110 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042 or St. Luke’s Old Williams Lutheran Church, 20 Church Rd., Hellertown, PA 18055. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Kelly Craig Spitale
August 9, 2022 at 4:41 pm
Aunt Elaine was such a special person. Every picnic, holiday, skating event, she wanted a front row seat. Miss the old days and our get togethers in the back yard. Thanks for the memories! They are priceless.
Love you lots ❤️
Kelly & Melinda
Lisa Aversano
August 9, 2022 at 6:15 pm
Will never forget all the family picnics and Aunt Elaine’s way of making you feel included. Sassy and funny- you always looked forward to spending time with her. And oh the cake- the cakes to be remembered for all time. The anniversary cakes, the wedding cakes, the picnic cupcakes. She made my college graduation cake. She put special love into all those elaborate creations. There was nothing that compared. We still talk about them all these years gone by. I’m sure that love was the magic ingredient that made them so good. Condolences to her family. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Michele (Shelly) Howey
August 9, 2022 at 6:30 pm
Elaine is a lifelong friend of our family who holds a very special place in my heart. Besides her friendship, she was like a mother to me during a very difficult time in my life. She was my bright spot with the best laugh that was contagious. She taught me so many of life’s lessons that I will never forget. I enjoyed helping her bake, decorate & deliver cakes and our frequent visits to Williams Restaurant. She was my safe haven. A wonderful person with a loving heart who I will miss dearly. R.I.P. Elaine. 😇🙏🏼♥️ Much love, Shelly
Shelly Howey
August 9, 2022 at 6:38 pm
Joyce & Tony and Karen,
My deepest sympathies to you and your families. My heart is breaking for all of you.
Sending love, Shelly
Roe Sullivan
August 9, 2022 at 7:46 pm
To Elaine’s family, My husband Tom and I were so sorry to hear about Elaine’s passing. She worked for Tom’s dad at the SS office in Easton. We also had the privilege of having her bake our wedding cake 41 years ago. Sending you all hugs and prayers.❤️😥🙏
Sammi Stem
August 9, 2022 at 11:49 pm
Our dearest Aunt Elaine, you were truly one of a kind, the family picnics, dinners, every skating competition, and one of my biggest fans, I’ll always cherish those memories with you and loads of laughs that we’re with it!
Thank you for always being the fun, loveable Aunt that you were!
Love you always!
Roger and Kay Brazinski
August 10, 2022 at 8:00 pm
Prayers and condolences for Elaine’s family and many friends. She was a joy to be around. We have fond memories of seeing her at the Jone’s family reunions and enjoying her beautiful and delicious cakes.
Bridget (Bellis) Weiss
August 12, 2022 at 8:19 am
I have such fond childhood memories of visiting Cousin Elaine. She always shared her Avon lipstick samples and a laugh. My deepest sympathy to Joyce, Karen, and the entire family.
Charlotte Jones Schaeffer
August 14, 2022 at 9:45 pm
I was so sorry to read of Elaines passing. I, too, have many childhood memories of Elaine. She had an infectious laugh and loved talking to Aunt Margie and Uncle Pershing. . Always sent me a Birthday card and little note at Christmas. Remembering her at our family reunions too, was a fun time. May your wonderful memories and times together
Give you strength at this difficult time
Sending prayers.
Charlotte Jones Schaeffer
August 14, 2022 at 9:49 pm
I was so sorry to read of Elaines passing. I, too, have many childhood memories of Elaine. She had an infectious laugh and loved talking to Aunt Margie and Uncle Pershing. . Always sent me a birthday card and little note at Christmas . May your wonderful memories and times together give you peace and strength at this difficult time .
Sending prayers.