Elaine L. Holmes, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday May 31, 2024, in Lena, IL. Elaine was born on May 4, 1928, in Lena, the daughter of William and Hilda (Altenbern) Amendt. She was married to Maurice Holmes on May 25, 1947. They celebrated 73 years of marriage.  Together they farmed in the Lena area.  Elaine and Maurice enjoyed traveling throughout their life. Elaine was a member of Salem United Church of Christ in Eleroy. After raising 4 kids she worked at Economy Fire & Casualty in Freeport and West Point Insurance in Lena. She volunteered at both Orangeville and Lena-Winslow School Districts for a time.  Elaine enjoyed quilting, stitchery, golf, and playing cards.  She loved to entertain and cook for family and friends.

Elaine is survived by her three children- Jeff Holmes of Lena, Greg Holmes of Lena, and Chris (Jim) Peterson of Stoughton, WI; grandchildren- Vicki Holmes Fischer (Fred Cass), Scott (Kim) Holmes, Angie (Jose) Cruz, Kelly (Esther)Holmes, Erica (Ben) Peyer, Emily Peterson, Tess (Mark) Matson, Bill (Jennifer) Holmes, Cody Holmes, Nick (Susan) Holmes, eighteen great grandchildren, six great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Maurice, son Tom, one brother, and one sister.

Cremation rites are to be accorded.

A private family funeral service will be held.

Thank you to all her staff and friends at the Lena Living Center and Doll Apartments.