Gaya Jean Elston Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Gaya Jean Elston in Spokane, Washington is shared. Gaya, born on September 12, 1942, passed away on June 18, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gaya Jean Elston to pay them a last tribute.
Gaya will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Gaya by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Gaya is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Gaya’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Carl Ristau and Olive Alice Ristau (Wing). She is survived by: her husband Arthur E. Elston (Dick); her children, Robin Livingood (Mike), Sally Helms (Gary), Jeff Leinen and David Rowberry (Jenn); her stepdaughters, Becky Terry (Keith) and Jamie Patterson (Todd); her close friend Molly; her sister Glory Dalton of Boston, Massachusetts.; and her friend Church.
