Elaine Kalis

     Elaine Kalis, 90, of Cavalier, ND passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024 at the Wedgwood Manor in Cavalier, ND. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Brigid of Ireland Catholic Church in Cavalier, ND. Visitation will be held Monday May 6^th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. vigil service at the church.

     Elaine Doyle was born January 27, 1934 to George and Yvonne (Martineau) Doyle at Leroy, ND. She was raised and attended school in Leroy. On April 4, 1951, she married Lawrence Kalis. Elaine worked at the Gadaire Store in Leroy, Eagan Farms for over 40 years, and the American Crystal beet piler at Midway.

     She enjoyed her grandkids, great grandkids, and great-great granddaughter. Elaine was the life of the party as she enjoyed people, having fun, dancing, and being with friends.

     Elaine is survived by her son, Francis (Mary) Kalis, Walhalla, ND, grandson: Corey Kalis, Jamestown, ND and Shon (Jenny) Kalis, Devils Lake, ND, great grandchildren: Michael, Natsha, Ethan, Preston, Max, Addisson, Courtney, Laci, Connor, and Ty, great-great granddaughter, Reign. Also surviving are her siblings: Mary Peterson, Jimmy (Corrine) Doyle, Francis Doyle, Junie Doyle, Ann Armstrong, Patricia Rodvold, Grace (Harry) Pelletier, and Manny (Nordis) Doyle.

     Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, Lawrence, sisters: Evelyn, Carolyn, and Marie and nieces and nephew who were very special to her.