It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Elinor F. Downey of Melrose, Massachusetts, who passed away on January 17, 2024, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elinor F. Downey to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by : her husband Paul J. Downey; her son Patrick K. Downey; her parents, Alfred Rupp and Helen Rupp (Quill); and her siblings, Lois Dillon (Rupp) and Peter Rupp.

She is survived by : her daughter Christine Fowler (Douglas); her grandchildren, Logan Fowler of North Billerica and Taylor Labombard; and her great grandchildren, Nevaeh of Wakefield and Aria of Wakefield.

In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity in her name.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home