ELAINE R. PELCHEN

Elaine R. Pelchen (nee Papendieck), age 85, found peace Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009.

She was the beloved wife for 66 years to Wally; loving mom of Richard (Gloria), Peter (Denise), Daniel (Georgia) and the late Kurt; cherished grandma of Leah (John), Perry (Sherry), David (Marta), Rebekah (Justin), Bethany, Gabriele and Danny; and lovingly survived by seven great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Service was held Sunday afternoon, Dec. 6, at Brookfield Lutheran Church, 18500 W. Burleigh Road, with private entombment.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Brookfield Lutheran Church Building Fund would be appreciated. Church and Chapel Funeral Service, Brookfield, (262-827-0659) is serving the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.churchandchapel.com.