Elaine Ann Braun

Elaine Ann (Meier) Braun, 87, of Plymouth, Minnesota, passed away July 30, 2026. Elaine was born on April 13, 1939, in St. James, Minnesota. Her parents were Edgar and Myrtle (Ekstrom) Meier, who soon after built a beloved floral and nursery business in Trimont, Minnesota. Elaine was baptized at Galena Lutheran Church and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church. Growing up, she and her younger sister, LaVonne, enjoyed a close relationship that continued through the years. Elaine graduated from Trimont High School in 1957, and attended Mankato State College, where she majored in home economics. Through the Gamma Delta Lutheran campus ministry, Elaine met Lenis Braun. They were married August 6, 1961, and made their home in the Twin Cities. Once their three boys were all school-age, Elaine became a special education teacher and dedicated 24 years to helping junior high and, later, elementary students overcome their challenges. Elaine and Len were faithful members of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church where Elaine played in the bell choir. Elaine and Len enjoyed more than 64 years of marriage before his death in March 2026. She is survived by sons Jeffrey and wife Molly, Paul and wife Lynn, and Eric and wife Jean; grandchildren Taylor (Andrea) Braun, Alexis (Austyn) Wolf, Matthew (Kaylie) Braun, Madelyn Braun, Evie (Adam) Pikus-Meyer, Carson Braun, and Eli Braun; great-grandchildren Lux, Reign, Sloane, and Zoë; her sister LaVonne Johnson of Tacoma, Washington; and nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Elaine is fondly remembered for her beautiful sewing, knitting, and needlework creations, her long-time participation in the American Association of University Women (AAUW), her love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, her determination to remain independent, and her chocolate chip cookies! Funeral service to be held Friday, August 7th at 3 PM with visitation one hour before at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 5005 Northwest Blvd., Plymouth, MN, 55442. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be directed to the following organizations: • Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 5005 Northwest Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55442 • Trinity First School, 1115 E. 19th St., Minneapolis, MN 55404

Elaine Ann Braun

April 13, 1939 - July 30, 2026

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