Elaine M. Chuich, 76, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away on March 18, 2026, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio. Elaine was born on July 4, 1949, in Steubenville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Blaine & Martha Sutton Crawford. She graduated in 1967 from Springfield High School, then from Kent State University in 1971, before earning a Master’s degree in Education.
Elaine spent many years as a 2nd grade Teacher at John Gregg Elementary School, where she treated all of her students with love and kindness as if they were her own children.
Elaine is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, David W. Chuich; brothers Edward (Colleen) Crawford & Todd Crawford; sister Karen Peters, and many nieces & nephews. She is preceded in death by two sisters, Lois Crawford & Wilma Crawford.
As per Elaine’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or service.
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03/27/2026
Sandee Keyser
I was blessed and honored to have the chance to get to know Elaine while she was a resident at Sienna Skilled in Wintersville. I enjoyed talking to her when I worked and she enjoyed the peanut butter cookies I would bring to her occasionally. She was a beautiful soul, so sweet. Many prayers for all of her family.
03/27/2026
Constance Repella
I knew Elaine mostly when we both went to All Saints Orthodox Church. She was certainly a shining example of a person who lived her faith. She was beautiful inside and out. She will be remembered & missed by everyone who knew her. Thinking & praying for her family . May her Memory be Eternal🙏🏻☦️
03/26/2026
Melana Kaminski
I had the honor of being her student. sometimes a person goes above and beyond what they are asked to do...she was that person. I will always cherish my school memories of her. She always made me feel loved and safe. My condolences to your family and those who knew and loved her, M. Kaminski (Dawn Lackey)
03/25/2026
Anonymous
Such a great person, and wonderful teacher. She was always very kind and patient. I will miss seeing her. My deepest sympathy to your family.
03/25/2026
Kathy Foltz
Deepest sympathy to Elaine's family. Remember her as a classmate who was so sweet and kind. Kathy Morgan Foltz
03/24/2026
Pam Dye
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked at Gregg for two years with Elaine and we were in 4-H activities together. There was no one with more smiles, happiness and the ability to make others feel happy than Elaine. She was just a beautiful person.
03/24/2026
Linda Grimes
I'm so sad to hear of Elaine's passing. I went to visit her a couple of wks. ago, and so glad I did. I've always looked up and was inspired by her. She taught both of my girls and was always so kind to them and she was there for them if they needed anything. Love and prayers to all of the family. Love, Linda Dorsey Grimes
03/24/2026
Sharon Zdinak
So very sorry for your loss. Elaine was one of the nicest person I know. She always had a sweet smile on her face that lit up a room . You have my deepest sympathy. Memory Eternal Elaine Memory Eternal Much love to all Sharon & Mark Zdinak
03/24/2026
Mary Alice (Eft) Shade
Dave, so sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. The Crawford and Paul Eft family were so close as we grew up! I remember spending lots of overnighters at Aunt Mart's and Uncle Blaine's. We also met them a lot at Jefferson Lake to go swimming. Back and forth with each other for birthdays. Lots of fun times. Later Carolyn, Elaine and I all went to Kent State around the same time. I miss them all. Sending prayers.
03/24/2026
Edwinna Burch
So sorry for your loss. She always had a kind and loving word and smile. Edwinna
03/24/2026
Connie Jolly
She was such a wonderful person. So sorry for your loss.
03/24/2026
Kimberly Call
Mrs. Church was one of the best teachers. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.
03/24/2026
Jason Randalson
She will be missed deeply, was probably my favorite teacher throughout my yrs, highest condolences to the family, rest in peace Jason Randalson and family
03/24/2026
Bobby Davis
What a beautiful, wonderful person she was. We are sorry for your loss Dave. We will always fondly remember her. Cousins Bobby and Vangelle.
03/24/2026
Frank Mazur
Frank Mazur : Thinking of You all with Prayer !
03/23/2026
Bonnie
Dearest cousin Dave & family, and Colleen, Ed, & family, We were so sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. I adored Elaine and her always welcoming and beautiful smile. May she rest in peace forevermore. Much love and our very deepest sympathy, Mac (Dave) & Bonnie
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