Elinor Frances Almquist Obituary

We bid farewell to Elinor Frances Almquist of Red Oak, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 6, 2026 at the age of 97. Elinor touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elinor Frances Almquist to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Nellie Shaw Chase and Francis Chapin Chase of Royalston, MA; her husband Erland Almquist; her daughters, Sharon Napolitano and Diane Schweer; and her sisters, Doris Cascio, Betty Chase, Janet Collins and Mary Geiger.

She is survived by: her children, Dennis Almquist (Brenda) and Mary Wanek (Wallace); her sons-in-law, Philip Napolitano and Daniel Schweer (Judy); her grandchildren, Lane Almquist, Carly Almquist, Kathryn Napolitano, John Napolitano, Brian Schweer (Stephanie), Lynn Schweer, Sandra Walker (Josh) and Carlene Keeler (Austin); and her great grandchildren, Emily Walker, Henry Keeler and Finley Keeler. She is also survived by family, and friends.

Memorials may be given to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Red Oak, or for wishes of the family, c/o Dennis Almquist.