DANVERS – Mrs. Elaine A. (Tobin) Tivnan, 88 of Danvers, formerly of Ossipee, New Hampshire and Naples, Florida, beloved wife of the late Philip J. Tivnan passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2nd, 2023 at the Linden in Danvers, with her family by her side.

Born in Peabody, Elaine was the daughter of the late Thomas and Anna (Beote) Tobin. She was raised and educated in Salem, graduating from St. James High School and continued her education at Salem State College earning her degree in Education.

Mrs. Tivnan devoted her teaching career to elementary education and was a well-known and respected educator in the Danvers and Lawrence Public Schools. Much of her career was dedicated to reading, working as a reading specialist until the time of her retirement. She shared her passion for reading with her grandchildren as well as her students.

A longtime resident of the Town of Danvers, Elaine and Phil built their home, raising their family of 3 children, working hard and cherishing all of life's blessings. She was a communicant of St. Richard's Parish in Danvers and proudly involved in the church's development. She loved traveling, with her husband, family or friends, especially to Ireland, National Parks and many cruises including to Alaska and Hawaii. During her retirement years, Elaine truly enjoyed her time spent with her family on Ossipee Lake in New Hampshire or in Naples, Florida with close friends, both old and new. Above all else, family was at the heart of who Elaine was. She was ultimately proud of her children and grandchildren and was truly invested in her grandchildren's accomplishments, supporting them through their many endeavors. She treasured time spent with her loved ones and her memory and love will live on in the hearts of those closest to her.

In addition to her loving family, Elaine leaves behind her Linden family of dedicated staff and many dear friends. Her family is forever grateful for their care.

Elaine is survived by her children, Thomas Tivnan and his wife, Julie of Danvers, Brian Tivnan of Danvers and Carolann Powers and her husband, Derek of Danvers; her grandchildren, Sean and his wife Alix, Allison, Caitlin, Andrew and Lauren Tivnan and Brendan and Jonathan Powers; 1 great-grandson, David Tivnan; her sisters, Maureen Tobin of Naples, FL and Marybeth Nolette of Maine and many nieces and nephews. Elaine was the sister of the late Thomas H. Tobin, Jr.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to attend Elaine's funeral Mass which will be held at St. Richard Church, 90 Forest St., Danvers on Wednesday, July 12th at 10 A.M. Burial in Annunciation Cemetery, Danvers. Visiting hours at O'Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 167 Maple St., (Rte. 62) DANVERS on Tuesday, July 11th from 4 to 7 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Elaine's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601 or to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., (Suite B-102) Danvers, MA 01923. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.

Alzheimer's Association
P.O. Box 96011, Washington DC 20090-6011
Web: https://www.alz.org/

Care Dimensions
75 Sylvan St., Suite B-102, Danvers MA 01923
Web: https://www.caredimensions.org/