Elaine Sophia (Ott) Kutschkau

Elaine Sophia (Ott) Kutschkau was born Dec. 28, 1922, in Ritzville. She died on Sept. 9 in Kennewick.

A WWII tour of duty brought the love of her life, Orvis D. (Dan) Kutschkau, Sr., to Ritzville and the Harder Bombing Range.

Dan and Elaine were married on Nov. 1, 1942. Their nearly 66 years of wedded bliss has been a role model for their kids and grandkids.

Elaine was a “Grand Lady” who loved chocolate, made famous favorite recipes of clam dip, brownies, Wackie cake, German chocolate cake; and had the ability to make friends of strangers with her quick wit and smile. She also enjoyed shopping...