Eleanor Randall

Eleanor (Way) Randall was a special lady. She was a loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her house was always filled with love and was where the family gathered for special occasions. Her deep and loyal faith was a major part of her inner being and it carried her through the good times as well as the bad times. As we celebrate Eleanor's life, let us remember the great legacy of good that she bestowed upon us. Born in Albany, Indiana the oldest daughter of Ivalou and Myron Way, Eleanor had one sister Bevery Madge Comp. Eleanor and Bev kept in close contact through the years. The bond of sisterhood always sustained their relationship. Eleanor was a graduate of Albany High School and Indiana University. After college Eleanor lived in Hartford City, Indiana, Chicago, Illinois, Lexington, Kentucky and Dearborn,Michigan. In January 1947, while a dietitian at the hospital in Dearborn she met a young resident named Don Randall. Don and Eleanor fell in love and on October 3, 1947 were married. With the marriage Eleanor not only opened her heart to Don, but also to Don's young daughters Jo D. and DeeAnn Sue. Throughout their lives "Mummsie" as Jo D. and DeeAnn called Eleanor was there for her girls. In December 1948, Don accepted a position at the St. Charles Clinic and Eleanor and Don started their life in St. Charles. Jo D. and DeeAnn came to live with Eleanor and Don in the summer of 1949. Eleanor gave birth to Deborah Lou in June of 1950, with David Richard arriving in November of 1953. Eleanor was always a strong and loving influence for her children. She always let them explore life for themselves and supported them in all their endeavors. In February 1970 Don passed away at the age of 49. This was an extremely hard time for the whole family. Eleanor was the support that we all turned to, and in her own quiet way helped us through this difficult time. Now Eleanor was not just a loving mother. In 1963 she returned to work as a dietitian at St. Joseph Hospital, retiring in 1985. Eleanor was also active in AAUW, PEO, First United Methodist Church, FISH and her many weekly and monthly Bridge Clubs. When Eleanor's granddaughters, Julie and Linda, needed a place to live and attend high school , while their parents DeeAnn and Jerry were assigned overseas, Grandma Randall was there for them. Whenever someone was in need of help she was always there with her warm smile. Eleanor's children and grandchildren are truly grateful to have had Eleanor in their lives. She was a role model for us, and we will all miss her. Memorials may be made to F.I.S.H or First United Methodist Church.