Died Thursday, September 29, 2022 at Shalimar Gardens in Fremont
Elayne was born April 9, 1931 in Holdrege, Nebraska to Wilfred and Bernice 'Hunnicutt' Borg. The family moved to Fremont when she was 5 years old. She graduated from Fremont High School in 1949. Elayne married Earl Echtenkamp on July 23, 1950 at the First Baptist Church in Fremont. Elayne worked various jobs early in her marriage including the Telephone Company and candling eggs at Babingers. When her PTA days were over she was one of the day shift Moms at the Dairy Queen. She thoroughly enjoyed being at the center of the high school hangout.
She was best known for her incomparable sense of humor, gentle soul and her sweet smile. She frequently baked her specialties, German Chocolate and Carrot cakes. Many of these were gifts to friends and family members. The coffee pot was always on in Elayne's kitchen and neighbors visited regularly to chat around the kitchen table. Elayne had a love of music, piano and singing, as well as bowling and playing Bridge. She looked forward to visits from her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Survivors
Children:
Sandi McMahon of Fremont
Gordie Echtenkamp of Dallas, TX.
Lynn Johnson of Folsom CA
6 Grandchildren
13 Great Grandchildren
Brother- Gary Borg of Peoria, AZ.
Chosen Family - Julie and Dondi Eckert
In remembrance of Elayne, contributions may be made to: Methodist Fremont Health Foundation for Hospice in memory of Elayne Echtenkamp / 450 East 23rd St / Fremont, NE. 68025
A private family celebration of life will be held in remembrance of Earl and Elayne Echtenkamp on a future date in October. Private burial will be held in Memorial Cemetery.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(2)
Gregg A Kupfer
Omaha, NE Saturday, October 1, 2022 Gordie: Sorry to hear about your father. He was a great guy. Have kept up with your career with the Y from afar. Congrats. Glad to have grown up with guys like you to look up to. Sometimes I miss Wils and Jenks. Hope you have a great retirement. Thank you for helping me become me. Much love-KupRobert Clark
Gardendale, TX Saturday, October 1, 2022 I want to send my condolences to Lynn, Gordie, and Sandy with the passing of both Elayne and Earl. The entire Clark family hopes the immediate family can find peace and comfort in these tough times. The memories and joys that our two families shared were truly special in every way.