Elaine Janet Heiler (Bowden) passed away September 12, 2023, at the age of 77.
She graduated from Greencastle Antrim High School with the class of 1964. She was back in Greencastle every three years to enjoy all of the Old Home Week festivities.
Elaine was employed by the State of New Jersey where she retired. She belonged to the DAR, Daughter’s of American Revolution.
Elaine was a talented seamstress; she made her sister Gloria’s wedding dress and designer style clothing. She enjoyed camping and dancing, but the main focus in her life, was her family.
She is survived by her partner of 35 years, Malcolm Sanders; a daughter, Lori Yoka; sisters, Gloria Tagnosky and Gail Runshaw; and grandchildren, Robert D. Kramer Jr. and Colin Kramer.
She is predeceased by her parents, James Bowden and Jennie Wagner-Bowden; son, George J. Heiler Jr.; and sister Jane Thompson. Elaine is now in heaven with her beloved grand dog, Baby Girl.
A visitation will be held Saturday September 16, 2023, from 1- 3 p.m., with a service beginning at 3 p.m., at the Wimberg Funeral Home in Galloway, 211 E. Great Creek Rd., Galloway NJ 08205.
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