Hannah M. Elie, age 92, formerly of 2701 1st Avenue South (West Highland), passed away peacefully Monday morning, January 3, 2011, at the Christian Park Health Care Facility in Escanaba.
Hannah was born January 16, 1918, in Stonington, the daughter of Emil and Mary (Lorenson) Leadman. Hannah was raised in Flat Rock, for several years, before moving with her family to North Town, where she attended the Escanaba Schools. In 1938, Hannah was united in marriage to Vital J. Elie and together the couple made their home and raised their family in Escanaba. Throughout her life, Hannah worked primarily as a homemaker. In addition, she worked for many years for the Escanaba School System. Hannah and Vital spent fifty five years of marriage together. Following their retirement, Hannah and Vital were fortunate to have spent ten winters in Florida. Vital preceded Hannah in death on May 18, 1993. Hannah was a member of Christ the King Church in Escanaba. She is remembered for her welcoming smile and her caddy sense of humor. Hannah
Anonymous
I will always remember “Aunt Hannah” as the “favorite”. Her sense of humor and smile stays in my mind always when I think of her. Connie Koekkoek in Alaska. (niece).
Connie Koekkoek
Chickaloon, AK
To the family of Hannah,
I work in the office at West Highland where Hannah lived for many years. Whenever I got a chance to sit and visit with Hannah, I looked forward to it, as she ALWAYS, had a joke or story of somesort, that always left me laughing. She was a special lady, who loved her children and special Grandson, who was very devoted to his Grandmother…May you rest in peace Hannah, and I will always smile, when your name is mentioned…
Michelle
Escanaba, MI
Grandma, reading your obituary just makes this all the more real – I know you are in a wonderful place and reunited with Grandpa and Aunt Anita. However, the pain in my heart and lump in my throat still exist. I love you and will never forget you. Visit me in my dreams and make me laugh ok!!
Lisa Elie Schneider
Appleton, WI