Elaine Thoele Caracello Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Elaine Thoele Caracello (Darien, Illinois), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 18, 2026 at the age of 94. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husbands, Charles Thoele and Joseph Caracello; and her children, Gregg Thoele and Lyndsie Blythe (Jared). She is survived by: her children, Glenn Thoele (Sherry), David Thoele (Dana), Randy Thoele (Carole), GiGi of Tracie Thoele, Jake Thoele (Jenni), JJ Thoele (Maggie), Jacque Otten (Nick), Shane Thoele (Lisa), Jenn Witte (Kyle), Alex Thoele and Kristy Thoele.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research are appreciated. The family has chosen to send donations to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's ResearchDonate Now (https://www.michaeljfox.org).
