Elaine Newman, z”l, died Feb, 17, 2025 in Charlottesville, Va.

Born in Los Angeles on Apr. 7, 1932, she was lovingly raised by her immigrant maternal grandparents in Portland, Oregon. Her childhood instilled in her a sense of gratitude which she maintained throughout her life. Elaine graduated from Grant High School and was a member of the QED sorority and the Spanish Club. Her best friend introduced her to Mark Newman in high school, and Elaine and Mark were married in 1954. She attended Western Business College to train as a switchboard operator and learn shorthand. Elaine worked at American Steel and Fred Meyer and was a proud member of the Teamsters Union. Mark and Elaine were committed to serving their community as dedicated mem bers of the Lions Club and the Portland Royal Rosarians. In retirement, Elaine volunteered at the Portland Public Library, visited family in Virginia, and spent time with friends, especially those in her sorority. A lifelong knitter, Elaine made her family gorgeous sweaters. She had an expansive vocabulary and was a formidable opponent in crosswords and spelling bees. Always up to date on the news, Elaine enjoyed lively conversations about current events and policy. Elaine loved her family dearly and shared widely how proud she was of each of them.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark Newman, z”l. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Gerry Newman (Millie) and Andra Newman, and three grandchil dren, Irene, Carson, and Frances.