Elaine Bruce, age 95 passed away Saturday, June 1, 2019 in Big Rapids. She was born February 6, 1924 in Cadillac the youngest daughter of Chris and Amanda (Benson) Peterson. Elaine graduated from Mesick High School. She married Jack Bruce on December 5th, 1943 in Del Rio, Texas. They made their home in Charlotte, MI until moving to Reed City in 1951. While living in Reed City, Elaine was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and enjoyed her bridge club and many special friends and neighbors on Osceola Street. She and Jack also provided a home for Elaines mom, Mandy, when she became a widow. The family later moved to Olivet to be closer to Jacks folks. Elaine was an active member of the Olivet Congregational Church, worked in the Olivet High School cafeteria, and volunteered for Meals on Wheels. Her home was one of warmth and love where all were welcome. There was always a pot of coffee on and homemade baked goods to enjoy. It was the meeting place for innumerable family gatherings and always room for one more at the table. She enjoyed sewing and knitting and gave many of her projects as gifts. She will always be remembered by family and friends for her kindness, generosity and strength of character. Elaine is survived by her four children, Christine (Thomas) Martz of Reed City, Catherine (Daniel) Astleford of Big Rapids, Mark (Bradley Osness) Bruce of San Jose, CA, Amy Bruce of Bellingham, WA; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews all of whom loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jack of 53 years, her brother Roe Peterson; two sisters, Doris Dowd and Maxine Pierson and a son-in-law, Richard Pickard. A memorial service will take place at 1:00 PM Saturday, August 10, 2019 in Hoxeyville at the Clay Hill Church, 6009 West 48 Road, Cadillac, MI followed by burial of her cremains at Banker Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Elaines name may be made to either the Olivet Congregational Church or the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Altercare of Big Rapids and Royal View Assisted Living for providing kindness and care during Elaines last few years. Share a memory of condolence with the family at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Memorial Service Saturday, August 10, 2019 1:00 PM Clay Hill Church 6009 West 48 Road Cadillac,Michigan 49601