A lifelong Ilion resident, Mrs. Elizabeth J. (Elmer) Hurteau, age 81, passed away on Tuesday morning, August 20, 2024 at The Grand Nursing and Rehab, Ilion.
Elizabeth was born in Ilion on May 25, 1943, daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Williams) Elmer. She received her education in Ilion schools. The Elmer family grew up on East Street in Ilion from hard working parents. She joined in marriage on April 16, 1966 in Ilion with Donald M. Hurteau. Mr. Hurteau passed away on June 23, 2013 at the family home in Ilion. Elizabeth was last employed in customer service with APAC, Utica and was at one time employed with General Electric, Utica. She was of the Protestant faith.
Survivors include her children, Kevin Hurteau of Ilion, daughter, Theresa Sorenson of Alabama, a brother, Milton Glyn Elmer of Ilion, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her siblings, her twin brother Roger, Richard, Clayton, Phyllis, Ester and Gwendolyn.
Her funeral arrangements are under the direction and care of Daniel J. Enea-Director of Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to a graveside service commencing at 1 pm on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Herkimer. There are no calling hours.