Elsie M. Schlack (1936-2025)

Elsie M. Schlack, 89, of Vanport Township, passed away peacefully on May 24th, 2025, in the comfort of her home.

She was born in Rochester on February 27th, 1936, a daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Potts) Kleber. In addition to her parents, Elsie was preceded in death by her husband, Duane Schlack, Sr. and her siblings: Frank Kleber, Jr., Betty Estel, Martha Legge, Joan Sedlacek, Thelma “Tootsie” Anzur, and Delores “Dolly” Helzel. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She is survived by her loving children: Cindy Capp, Duane (Karen) Schlack, Jr., Debbie (Joe) Kidda, Sharon (Jim) Forner, Pam (John) Forsythe, and Mike (Ami) Schlack; as well as fourteen grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a great-great grandchild on the way and numerous extended family and friends.

Elsie had worked as a clerk in the Beaver County Election office for 22 years prior to her retirement. She was Presbyterian by faith and was the past president of the Van Buren Homes Association. Following her retirement, she was a homemaker who enjoyed taking care of her home and family.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, May 28th from 4-7 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 340 Third Street, Beaver, where a funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Thursday, May 29th at 11 A.M.

Interment will be private in Beaver Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Elsie’s name to McGuire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton, PA 15066.