Elaine Brainard Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Elaine Brainard (Canton, New York), whose life came to an end on March 1, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elaine Brainard to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William H. Pharoah and Rose E. Pharoah (Besio); her spouse Merrill "Mel" Brainard; and her siblings, Walter Pharoah, William Pharoah and Harriett Brothers.
She is survived by: her children, Steven Brainard (Lisa) of Brasher Falls and Melanie Armstrong (George) of Lisbon; her sisters, Barbara Dunn (Mike) of Potsdam and Marlene Thompson of Canton; her grandchildren, Wendy Parker (Mike) of West Chazy, Raymond Mead III (Jeni) of Lisbon, Kelsi Flack (Mike) of Lisbon and Katrina Brainard of Conroe, TX; and her great grandchildren, Rylie, Garrett Flack, Ella and Maxwell Mead.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Potsdam Humane Society, 17 Madrid Avenue, Potsdam, NY 13676.
