Obituary of Elaine Ardys (Rossow) Powell

Elaine Ardys (Rossow) Powell, 89, of Boise, Idaho, passed away on March 5, 2024. She was born in Meridian on September 9, 1934, at home. Elaine, known for her warm and loving nature, was a devoted wife, Mom and homemaker. Elaine graduated from Meridian High School in 1952, where she and Ardath, her late husband, attended school together from 1st grade through graduation.

Elaine enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and crafting with her Extension Club, and was fondly known as "The Bingo Queen" at Cornerstone Senior Living. She and Dad loved camping with their girls, creating cherished memories with family. Elaine & Ardath's 50th Anniversary cruise to Alaska with their entire family was a special highlight.

Elaine is survived by her four daughters and spouses, Janell & Bob Carr, Lori Taylor & Cindy Fitzgerald, Kathy & Dean Daniel, and Cristy Stockinger; five grandchildren, Eric (Jordan) Carr, Allison (Brian) Squires, Morgan Daniel, Jake & Greyson Stockinger; and 4 great granddaughters, Lucy & Emily Squires and Quinn & Bridget Carr. She is also survived by her sisters Avis (Johnnie) Buff, Janice (Virgil) Hicks, brother Roger Rossow, and longtime best friend Shirley Verbanac. Elaine was preceded in death by her husband, Ardath Lee Powell in 2012.

The family expresses gratitude to Cornerstone Memory Care for their exceptional care during Elaine's final months.

A Celebration of Life (and lunch) will be held at 12:30 PM on Saturday, April 20, at the Clubhouse at Dry Creek Ranch subdivision. Private interment at Dry Creek Cemetery. Elaine will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched.