Elaine

Coulon

Elaine D. Coulon passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at the age of 85. 

Born in Manchester, NH, on December 1, 1940, she was the cherished daughter of the late Joseph and Rita Leblanc. Elaine attended St. Augustine School in Manchester, NH, and graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Brighton, MA. She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Boston University. On May 2, 1965, she married the love of her life, Frederic W. Coulon, and together they enjoyed 54 wonderful years. They raised their daughter, Barbara, in Hanover, MA.

Nursing was truly her calling. Throughout her 46-year career, Elaine touched countless lives with her caring nature and generous spirit. Her work spanned many areas, including labor and delivery, psychiatric care, hospice, school nursing, teaching, and even prison ministry.

After spending many happy vacations in Maine, Fred's love of all things Maine eventually led them to retire in Rockport. There, Elaine became an active member of the community, joining the French Conversation Group and the Quilting Guild and volunteering with hospice. Following her husband's passing, she moved to Bolton, MA, where she enjoyed living with her daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter, and devoted cat, Leo. Being Sophie's grandmother brought her immeasurable joy, and she treasured the special moments they shared.

Elaine loved gardening, quilting, playing the piano, and baking pies. She will be remembered for her unwavering optimism, warm hugs, beaming smile, and zest for life. She continued to embrace life and find joy in each day until the very end. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Elaine was predeceased by her beloved husband, Frederic Coulon. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Coulon, and son-in-law, Jason Moody; her granddaughter, Sophie; and her sister-in-law, Judith Coulon.

A Celebration of Life will be held on what would have been Elaine's birthday, Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Francis Xavier Church, 808 Main Street, Bolton, MA. Elaine will be laid to rest with her parents at Holy Cross Cemetery in Malden, MA, at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Elaine's memory may be made to the Better Day Adult Social Day Program, 195 Reservoir St., Marlborough, MA 01752 — a place that brought her immense joy in her final years.