Elaine Nichols Daniels, 85, of Florence, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at the Dickinson County Healthcare System, Iron Mountain.
She was born January 28, 1925, in Commonwealth, Wis., daughter of the late Clarence and Carrie (Jorgenson) Greenquist. Elaine married James Nichols in 1943; he preceded her in death in 1955. After raising her children, Elaine married Bart Daniels on December, 21, 1968; he preceded her in death in 1997.
Elaine was a loving and caring mother, who was devoted to raising her family and being a caregiver to other family members. She was thoughtful and giving of her time, especially volunteering at the nursing home. Elaine had a lifelong love for Lake Emily where she enjoyed camping, campfires, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by two daughters, Janet (John) Carney, Florence, Diane (Norman) Johnson, Dyckesville, Wis.; three sons, Warren "Red" (Jeanie) Nichols, Alpha, Mich., Daniel Nichols, Florence, Hoppy (Sue) Nichols, Spread Eagle, Wis.; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister, Sharon (Ken) Ganzel, Seymour, Wis.; and one brother, Allen (Peggy) Greenquist, Streamwood, Ill.
Elaine was preceded in death by one sister, Phyllis Greenquist; one brother, Jack Greenquist; and other infant siblings.
Visitation will be Friday, July 30, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home, Florence. The memorial service will be 7:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Rev. Douglas Johnson will officiate.
You may light a candle in remembrance of Elaine or leave a condolence for her family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com
The Jacobs-Lundholm Funeral Home, Florence, is serving the family.