Elaine Louise (Owens) Musgrave, 88, of Lebanon, formerly of Springfield, died Monday, November 24, 2014, in Mercy Hospital in Springfield, MO. She was born February 20, 1926, in Leavenworth, KS to Catherine (Peters) and Eugene Owens, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was her sister, Priscilla Christ of Tallahassee, FL; a son-in-law, Paul Vernon of Lebanon, and former son-in-law, Chris Lawson of Centennial, CO. Also preceding her in death is a special friend, Claude Horton of Springfield.
She taught elementary school in Mt. Vernon from 1972 until her retirement in 1990. Elaine enjoyed her flower garden, playing bridge, dancing, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her children, Barbara Lawson of Centennial, CO; Jill Meckem of Lebanon; and Scott Musgrave of Nixa; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, all of whom miss her.
Visitation will be Friday, November 28, 2014 at Greenlawn Funeral Home South from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, with a graveside service to follow at Danforth Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Alzheimer’s Association.