Elaine J. Henderson, 68, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2018 at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, after a brief & courageous fight with cancer. She was born on October 1, 1949 and raised in Bayville, NY, daughter of the late Richard & Edith (Bishop) Hans. Elaine was a dedicated and compassionate nurse, working on both Long Island & St. Francis Hospitals, for more than 40-years. Elaine was a loving mother to her two sons, Bryan and Eric, and a caring sister to Linda and Ellen. She is also survived by her faithful companion Spunky, and a host of friends. She will be deeply missed by her family, and her great friends at the Gables. Her family will gather with friends on Tuesday, September 11th from 6-8pm at the LIBBY FUNERAL HOME, 55 Teller Ave., Beacon, where a celebration of Life will be offered at 7:30pm. The family wishes for memorial donations to be made to the Dutchess County SPCA Humane Society, 636 Violet Ave., Hyde Park, NY 12538. To offer condolences or donations, please visit: www.www.libbyfuneralhome.com