Elaine Mary (Hanlon) Vadden Obituary
We announce the death of Elaine Mary (Hanlon) Vadden (Bear, Delaware), who passed away on August 25, 2026. Elaine will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elaine Mary (Hanlon) Vadden to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Tom Vadden Sr.; her parents, William Hanlon and Margaret Hanlon of Philadelphia; her son George T. Cummings; and her stepdaughter Helen P. Calderhead.
She is survived by: her son Thomas E. Jr. (Cindy) of Bear; her grandchildren, Katie, Thomas III and Michael; and her stepdaughter Mary Ann Burke of Boise, ID. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren and many other relatives.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 8th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (345 Bear Christiana Rd, Bear, DE 19701). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, September 8th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church at the address listed above or online by clicking here (https://www.parishgiving.org).
