The memory of Elaine Swails of Iowa City, Iowa, born in Lake Mills, Iowa, who passed away on April 26, 2024 at the age of 98, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elaine Swails to pay them a last tribute.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Elaine had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Elaine may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Theodore Rusley and Frances Rusley; her husband Larry; and her son Stephen. She is survived by : her children, Mark Swails (Mindy) and Fran Bridges (Jimmy); and her daughter-in-law Sara Swails (Steve). She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 1st 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service (2720 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 1st 2024 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, May 1st 2024 at the Memory Gardens Cemetery (2600 Muscatine Ave, Iowa City, IA 52240).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in her memory to The Lustgarten Foundation for research and a cure of pancreatic cancer.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gay & Ciha Funeral Home