Elaine Cooney, 88, of Lyons, died Oct. 22, 2026, according to her obituary from Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home.
She worked alongside her family on their dairy farm and belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star and Eureka Grange for more than 60 years.
She is survived by her sons, Brian and Jeffrey; grandchildren, Lee and Jacob; brother, Charles Gansz; and extended family. Her husband of 51 years, Werter, and son, Michael, predeceased her. Calling hours and funeral services were scheduled for Oct. 30 at Weeks-Keysor Funeral Home in Lyons. Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Wayne County.
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