Elaine Frances Held, 83, of Elcho, Wisconsin passed away in her sleep on the morning of October 17, 2022, in her home surrounded by her loving husband.

Elaine was born on March 14, 1939, in Nashville Georgia, to Marvin and Nellie Durrance. Elaine attended primary school at Kirby- Smith School in Jacksonville, Florida, and graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in 1957.

Elaine, who was lovingly referred to as, "Dixie" lived her early years in Jacksonville, Florida. Elaine worked at the Florida Theater selling tickets, where she met the love of her life, Michael. After attending a USO Dance the rest was history, between the two of them.

In 1959, the couple wed, and remained so for 63 wonderful years. Elaine and Michael welcomed son Joseph into the world in 1960. In 1961, the young family relocated to Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, where they raised their son Joseph, and eventually had three grandchildren. After Elaine and Michael's retirement, they bought a property in Elcho, WI, in 1994, where they built their beautiful home.

Elaine was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She was known for her contagious smile and endless love, and also her grandchildren's favorite, spaghetti dinner that she made.

Elaine was preceded in death by both of her parents, Marvin and Nellie Durrance, her brothers Emory and Eugene Durrance, her sister Edith Van De Veire, and her great grandson, Clayton. She is survived by her husband, Michael Held, son Joseph Held (Mary), grandchildren, Jamie Held, Michael Held (Jeanine), Jessica Schmidt (Nick), great grandchildren, Connor, Landon, Darrin, Mason, Alayna, Kynleigh, Cameron, Kyleigh and Paizleigh, along with many relatives and friends.

The family would like to thank Aspirus Hospice Care and the Elcho community for the countless acts of selflessness they displayed.

A memorial mass will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, W10524 Cole St. Elcho, WI 54428 on Saturday November 5th 2022 at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Elaine's name to the American Cancer Society.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at MWCW.WS