Elaine R. Salley

FAIRFIELD – Elaine R. Salley, 66, passed away at her home in Fairfield on Saturday, April 17, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer and a debilitating lung disease. Elaine was born on Feb. 3, 1955, to Richard and Alice Morrell.

Elaine married Bruce H. Berdeen (Sr) at a young age and together they had a son Bruce H. Berdeen (Jr). Elaine later married Richard Salley on Dec. 24, 1992, and they remained inseparable until his death in 2005.

Elaine graduated from Kennebec Valley Community College in 1990 and immediately began working at Weeks and Hutchings, LLC, where she worked for many, many years. After the closure of Weeks and Hutchings, she worked part time for Ferris, Gurney and Grant. Elaine loved her work life and those that she worked with.

Elaine is survived by her only son, Bruce H. Berdeen, Jr. She also leaves behind sisters Betty Wing and husband Ernest, Judy Howard and husband Gerald, brother Wayne Morrell, and brother-in-law David Akers. Elaine was predeceased by her sisters Diane Pooler, Donna Batey and Nancy Akers, as well as brothers John and Bruce Morrell.

Elaine will be greatly missed and often thought of by her special friends, Leticia, Lisa, Cindy and Stacy.

Elaine had a passion for quilting, needlepoint and crosswords. She will be forever remembered for her big heart, her candid personality and her sense of humor. Rest in Peace sweet Friend, Mother, Sister and Neighbor.

At Elaine’s request, there will be no services. A graveside remembrance will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements under the direction & care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers,

friends wishing may make donations in Elaine’s memory to the:

Harold Alfond Center

for Cancer Care

PO Box 828

Waterville, ME 04901