Elizabeth Marion Lancaster

Elizabeth M. Lancaster, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and nurse, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, just days before her 89th birthday. Born in Dafter Township, Chippewa County, Michigan, Elizabeth was the cherished daughter of Earl E. and Marion E. (Edgerton) Hubbert.

Elizabeth graduated from Hastings High School in 1956, having also attended Sault High. She pursued her calling in nursing with unwavering dedication, earning her LPN in 1957 and becoming a Registered Nurse in 1972. Her career began at Lila Hospital in 1958 as a surgical LPN, and she devoted most of her professional life to Pennock Hospital, where she served faithfully and compassionately, including as assistant to Dr. David Harrell.

On June 21, 1958, Elizabeth married Allen Lawrence Lancaster. Together they shared 67 years of enduring partnership, raising a family rooted in love, faith, and joyful activity. Elizabeth's life was filled with vibrant pursuits—she found joy in sewing, skiing, running, quilting, and baking. Her faith was central to her life, and she was a devoted member of Grace Wesleyan Church and Hastings Free Methodist Church.

Elizabeth especially treasured time spent running and playing with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, creating memories that will live on in their hearts. Her legacy of warmth, strength, and service continues through her family:

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings Clarence (Charlie), George, Russell, and John; stepsister Donna Strohm; and stepmother Jean Augustine.

Elizabeth is survived by Allen Lawrence Lancaster, with whom she enjoyed 67 years of marriage and dedication.  Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren: Rebecca Rae (Patrick) McKelvey, Sean (Andrea), Caelan, Nayelli McKelvey, Keely McKelvey, and Sloane and Scarlette Arevalo. Rene' Lyne (William) Ragan, Jennifer (Sam) Mareno, Joshua (Sarah) Ragan, Elizabeth, Connor, Aaron. Chris Wade, Sayla, Noah, and Judah. Kevin Lawrence Lancaster. Kyle Allen (Theresa) Lancaster, Kaysie (Aaron) Prymula, Amon Smith III, Lyssa Smith, Seth, Ophelia, Kade, and Ayla, Tyler (Ashley) Dylan, Cooper Lancaster. Kami Rachelle Lancaster, Travis Connor Moore, Keagan (Sydney) Moore; siblings David Hubbert, Amy McGhee, Patricia Troxell, Sally (Paul) Fitzpatrick, Terry (Marilyn) Dale and Melvin Dale.

A service is being planned for this coming Spring.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospital, a Memorial Run being organized by the TriLanders in Elizabeth's honor, or a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. Online condolences may be shared at www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.