Elaine A. McGee, 64, Colton

COLTON -- Elaine A. McGee, age 64, of Colton, New York passed away suddenly, yet peacefully, at her residence on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Friends may call at the Garner Funeral Home on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 1-4, with a religious service to follow at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at a later date at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Colton, NY.

Elaine is survived by her husband of over 9 years, Michael McGee; Mother, Judy McVity; sons, David (Krista) Hurley and Mason Coffey; stepson, Sean McGee; stepdaughter, Meghan (Lucas) VanAcker; sisters, Jackie Hurley, Diane Billings, Patty Cieslik, Sharon Hurley, Laura Trizna, JoAnna Kokx ; grandchildren, Anna and Ella Hurley and Abram and Canaan VanAcker and many nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her father, Gary Hurley.

Elaine was born on August 14, 1959, in Ogdensburg, NY to Gary and Judy Clark Hurley.

She was a 1977 graduate of Potsdam Central High School.

She received an Associate Degree from SUNY Canton in Hotel Restaurant Management.

Her unique career experiences allowed her to build lasting relationships.

She was a sales representative for Airwalk in California for a few years, which allowed her to travel the world.

She then moved back home and bartended at the former Chalet Restaurant, worked for Bill Luther, and the ARC in Norwood, NY.

She then started her own day care business and operated it in Colton for the past 26 years. Over those years, Elaine loved so many children in the community like her own and provided them with the most beautiful childhood.

She was an expert baker, but her specialty was her intricate and beautiful birthday cakes she made for her family, friends, and daycare children.

She had a love of taking family photos every chance she could get, and because of her we have countless memories to hang on to.

She had an infectious laugh and a wonderful sense of humor.

What her family and friends will miss the most about her though is her generosity, compassion, and kindness. She was one of the most selfless and giving individuals.

All who knew her were touched by the legacy she left behind. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten for the light she brought to this world.

Condolences for the McGee family can be shared at www.garnerfh.com.

Contributions in Elaine’s memory can be made to the Colton-Pierrepont Central School Community Scholarship Program or to the Colton-Pierrepont Central School Backpack Program at the following address: 4921 State Highway 56, Colton, NY 13625.