ELAINE C. WALTERS
Elaine C. Walters (fondly known as Lainey by her family) passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on October 8, 2022 with family by her side. For the nine decades she blessed this earth, she was a force, full of energy and love. Outgoing by nature, Lainey was adored not only by her children, but by their friends and her friends as well. Her unique gift was connecting with people. She made each person feel valued and comfortable, no matter their age, their gender or background. Positive energy, a witty sense of humor and a love of martinis meant she was frequently the life of the party. Her passing has left a huge hole in the hearts of her family and friends, but we know that her upbeat spirit will, no doubt, be felt in heaven.
Elaine was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on August 15, 1928, and she grew up in the Midwest. In her youth she was active in the 4-H Club (winning first place in the Indiana State Fair for growing a large green bean), was an avid horseback rider, enjoyed fishing on the lake at her grandparents’ lodge and loved all things related to nature. In 1955, she fell in love and married her wonderful partner, Donald Walters, and they built a life together with their two children in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Lainey was a girl scout leader, a room mother (for virtually all years and all classes), and an enthusiastic fan at swim meets, field hockey games and lacrosse matches. She was a gifted seamstress which she put to use making creative Christmas decorations to raise money at the church bazaar, elaborate costumes for water shows and school plays and Halloween outfits second to none. She was also an accomplished artist, and her beautiful pastel and water color paintings adorn the walls of family and friends. She loved to move and was physically active through Jazzercise, jitterbug dancing, pool aerobics, yoga, exercise classes and especially golf.
Elaine was predeceased by her husband Don in 2006, her son-in-law Mike Hoffert in 2008 and her sister Elizabeth McDonald in 2019. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Walters-Hoffert; son Mark Walters and his wife Nancy; grandson Peter Walters and his wife Aimee; granddaughter Katherine May and her husband Patrick; granddaughter Andzia Hofftin and her wife Jenay; and seven extraordinary great-grandchildren.
Elaine realized how privileged she was to live comfortably in her final years, without fear and/or hunger. In lieu of flowers, she has requested donations be made to support those who lack such security: Serving Seniors: https://servingseniors.org A celebration of Elaine’s life will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 12 noon at the Fletcher Cove Community Center, 133 Pacific Avenue, Solana Beach, CA 92075.
