Longtime North Branch Resident Elaine Hass Dies at 94

Hass' funeral service will be held on Monday, February 23rd at St. James Lutheran Church.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Elaine Hass, a 94-year-old resident of North Branch, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Her funeral service will be held on Monday, February 23rd at St. James Lutheran Church in North Branch, where visitation will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM before the 12 PM service.

Why it matters

Elaine Hass was a long-time member of the North Branch community, having lived in the area for many decades. Her passing marks the end of an era for many local residents who knew and respected her.

The details

Elaine Hass was 94 years old at the time of her passing on February 19, 2026. Her funeral service will be held on Monday, February 23rd at St. James Lutheran Church in North Branch, Michigan, where visitation will take place from 10 AM to 12 PM before the 12 PM service.

  • Elaine Hass passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
  • Visitation for Elaine Hass will be held from 10 AM to 12 PM on Monday, February 23, 2026.
  • The funeral service for Elaine Hass will be held at 12 PM on Monday, February 23, 2026.

The players

Elaine Hass

A 94-year-old resident of North Branch, Michigan who passed away on February 19, 2026.

St. James Lutheran Church

The church in North Branch, Michigan where Elaine Hass' funeral service will be held on February 23, 2026.

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The takeaway

Elaine Hass' passing marks the end of an era for the North Branch community, as she was a long-time resident and respected member of the local area. Her funeral service will provide an opportunity for friends, family, and community members to come together and honor her life and legacy.