Elaine Dirksen Obituary

The world bids farewell to Elaine Dirksen (Ankeny, Iowa), departing on June 20, 2025 at the age of 77. Elaine leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Elaine is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Elaine's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Darrell Boyd and Blanche Boyd; her granddaughter Angelica; her brother Kent; and her sister-in-law Barb.

She is survived by: her husband Jerry; and her children, Tony (Lisa), Tim (Jule), Tricia (Jeremy) and Travis. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and another on the way; brother; two sisters; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends.

Memorial contributions can be made to the family in loving memory of Elaine for the care of her husband Jerry.