Elaine Dahlquist

Elaine Pearl (Thulin) Dahlquist (88), of Crosby, Minnesota passed away on December 25, 2024. Elaine cherished the time with her family and friends. She was a passionate long-suffering Minnesota sports fan and loved watching hockey. Elaine, the Dog Whisperer, had dozens of companions over her life. She loved spending time at the lake and home with her beloved Annie. She will be missed by all that knew her.

She is survived by her sons, Scott Dahlquist, Timothy (Cathy) Dahlquist, and Christopher (Jeanie) Dahlquist; brother-in-law, Donald (Janet) Dahlquist; sister-in-law, Barbara Thulin (wife of late Donald Thulin); grandchildren, Katrina (Jeremy) Mooers, Marissa (John) Straka, Laura Dahlquist, David (Kelly) Dahlquist, Chad Dahlquist, and Charly Dahlquist; and seven cherished great-grandchildren.

Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Burton Dahlquist; parents, Stanley, and Pearl  Thulin; brothers, Richard (Shirley) Thulin and Donald Thulin; and many adored dogs.

Elaine’s life will be celebrated on Friday, January 17 at the Salem Lutheran Church in Deerwood, 11am Visitation and 12pm Service.  Arrangements are with the Koop Funeral Home in Crosby.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to United Heroes League (UHL). Contributions can be made at Unitedheroesleague.org or 15211 Ravenna Trail, Hastings, MN 55033. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.