February 19th 1944 to February 28th 2024
Elaine McCracken, formerly Elaine Edgett, nee Saunders loved her family, music and children. She and her first husband, Colin Edgett, had two children (Bradley and Kristen) whom they raised in St. Albert. Elaine was born in Bognor Regis, England, and as a child moved to Dorval, Quebec. She was an accomplished leader in the field of early childcare education (McDonald College, McGill University). She loved her work and remained close friends with several colleagues.
After her husband Colin died, Elaine married widower Bernie McCracken who had five children of his own (Rita, Peter, Andru, Michael and Colleen), the youngest three were still at home, ranging in ages from 5 to 15. Elaine’s arrival at the family home on 48A Street in Vegreville was like a Spring warmly welcomed by Bernie’ children. Elaine joked that she played the part of Maria in the Sound of Music. In truth her new role was slightly more complicated, and she took pride in blending the two families together.
Elaine had 16 grandchildren whom she treasured: Hannah, Cheyne, Grae, Kiran, Deven, Jaya, Norah, Zachary, Kaella, Sarah, Locklan, Mary, Isaac, Susan, Emma, and Zander.
She will be lovingly be remembered as a dedicated mother and step-mother, a committed educator and a woman with a wonderful sense of humour and hospitality who loved to have a house full of music, friends and family.
A Funeral will be held at St. Albert Roman Catholic Church March 13th at 10:30 AM. Refreshments will be served in the parish hall after interment.
Donations - in lieu of gifts - are appreciated to Star of the North, the Hope Mission, or the Alzheimer Society of Alberta.
