Elaine Baldwin Gaffney Obituary
In loving memory of Elaine Baldwin Gaffney of Fletcher, North Carolina, who departed this world on April 7, 2026 at the age of 86. Elaine leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them 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, Emery Joshua and Hazel Baldwin (Mallory); and her brother Jay Baldwin. She is survived by: her spouse Junious "Bud" Gaffney of Fletcher; her children, Ryan Martin Gaffney (Sheri) and Laura Gaffney Ducker (David); her grandsons, Aaron Ducker (Alisha) and Ethan Gaffney; her great grandchildren, Magnolia and Evelyn Ducker; her sister Amy Lancaster (Rob); and her grand-pup Spud. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.
