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Elaine Bresler Weiss

January 26th, 1929 - March 9th, 2017

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Obituary Elaine Judith Bresler Weiss, 88, of Windsor and formerly of Fort Collins, died at Columbine Commons on Thursday, March 9, 2017. Elaine was born to Joseph and Lena Bresler in Washington, DC on January 26, 1929. Elaine graduated from Newcomb College with an English Literature degree and from McNeese State University with a RN Nursing degree. She married Dr. Gerald N Weiss and they had three children. Elaine's full life experiences included: English teacher, medical secretary, fashion coordinator, coordinator of continuing education for nurses, R.N. surgical assistant, media/runway model, and actress in movies, commercials, and theater. Her activism and devotion to numerous volunteer organizations were appreciated throughout many communities. Above all, she was a devoted and loving wife, mom, and friend. A service to celebrate Elaine's memory was held at her daughter's home on March 12, 2017. Her children, in-laws, grandchildren, and great grandchildren gathered to honor her life and will forever remember the example Elaine set for her love, joy, and beauty within the world. Rabbi Jack Gabriel helped us to honor the life of Elaine Judith Bresler as we all gathered to say good bye. A second service to memorialize Elaine's life was held at the home of a family friend on Sunday, March 12, 2017 and she was laid to rest at Fort Logan National Cemetery after a graveside service provided by Rabbi Ted Stainman. Elaine is survived by her husband Gerald Weiss, son Gary Weiss, daughter Lauren Kaufman, and grandchildren Megan Vivian White, Emily White, Adam White, Aaron Weiss, Karl Weiss, Eric Weiss, Layne Kaufman Short, Seth Kaufman, Ethan Kaufman and great grandchildren Ace Murphy, Marlow Freese, Emmett Weiss, and Emerson Weiss. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Harlan White. Memorial donations may be sent to Congregation Har Shalom, 725 W Drake, Fort Collins, CO 80526. Read More Services You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or by planting a memorial tree in the memory of Elaine Bresler Weiss

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For over 17 years, Vessey Funeral Service has proudly served Northern Colorado with unwavering compassion and dedication. As a full-service funeral home and cremation provider, we will guide you through the most challenging moments with grace and reverence, ensuring every individual and memorial receives the utmost care and attention. Let our caring staff help you understand the many options from which to choose, from a traditional burial or cremation to more straightforward, simpler choices. Your loved one is in good hands with us, a faithful Fort Collins community partner since 2007....

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