Our kind and beloved Elaine Marans left this planet peacefully on the wings of angels on October 31, 2016. Her spirit is now free and at peace.
This vibrant, feisty, independent, thoughtful, caring, loving woman valiantly battled an aggressive cancer for three years. She was a very young 60 years old when she met her angels at her Seattle home. She will be dearly missed by her caring relatives and numerous friends.
Elaine loved people and loved to flash her infectious smile. She was playful and full of vitality. She loved James Taylor, the Carpenters, and many musical artists of the 1960s. She was an avid fan of KCTS 9. She was passionate about tennis, hiking, walking, exploring nature, hosting get-togethers, garage sales, and engaging in good conversations. She loved to laugh and caress you when you felt down and lonely. She took care of people; she listened and helped them feel good about themselves. And if you gave her a gift, she would always acknowledge that act of kindness with a hand-written “thank you” note.
Elaine was born in New Hartford, New York on August 14, 1956. She attended different colleges throughout her life – University of Vermont (Recreational Therapy), Cornell, State University of New York at Oneonta – finally earning a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration at the University of Washington. She was passionate about health care administration for many years before she pursued semi-retirement, preferring to spend more time gardening, exercising, visiting with friends, decorating the home, and numerous other activities that gave her self-fulfillment and relaxation.
She is preceded in death by her father, Gordon Marans, her mother, Lois Marans, and her older brother Doug Shantam Marans. She is survived by her younger brother Vimal Bob Marans, her half-brother David Marans, and her loving and dedicated partner, Mark Medoff, of thirteen years.
We want to thank Providence Hospice for helping Elaine find comfort and peace during her final, challenging weeks of life.
In memory of Elaine, it is suggested that donations be made to your favorite charities and fund raisers. A “Celebration of Life” will be announced.