Elaine M. Trowbridge, nee Kayser, 73, of Elgin and formerly of Bartlett; loving wife for almost 50 years, of John; sister of the late Erick; sister in law of Margie (Bill) Sellke; aunt of Chris; daughter of the late Erich and the late Elsie; daughter in law of Mary M. Trowbridge; dear friend of many and companion of Nelly the rescued family cat. Memorial visitation Thursday, January 3rd, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory prior to Elaine's memorial. In lieu of flowers donations to Anderson Animal Shelter or PAWS would be appreciated. www.countrysidefuneralhomes.com or 630-289-7575.