Elaine M. Manke, age 83, of Annandale, died Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Hilltop Care Center in Watkins. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 5, 2022, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Annandale with Fr. Kevin Magner as Celebrant. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery, Annandale. Visitation will be held from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Dingmann Funeral Care Chapel, Annandale and from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Monday at the church. A prayer service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Elaine Margaret Zahler was born July 26, 1939, in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Milford and Theresa (Tellers) Zahler. Elaine grew up in Kimball, along with her two brothers. Elaine graduated from Kimball High School in 1957. On August 28, 1957, she was united in marriage to Jerry Manke at St. Anne Catholic Church in Kimball. They made their home in Annandale, where they raised their six children. For over 40 years, Elaine opened her home and her heart as a daycare provider for many families. Elaine enjoyed sewing, embroidery, and creating other craft projects. She liked to play cards, bingo, bake, cook, and try her luck occasionally at the casino. She also loved to travel. What Elaine treasured the most was the time she was able to spend in the presence of her family. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Jerry of Annandale; children, Duane (Susie) Manke, David Manke, Deb (Tim) Nabours, all of Annandale, Doug (Renee) of Kentucky, Diane (Paul Carter) of Clearwater, and Denise of Annandale; 14 grandchildren, Melissa, Matthew, Daniel, Joshua, DeAnn, Ryan, Amber, Noah, Adam, Aaron, Amanda, Justin, Megan, and Kayla; 15 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Eugene (Mary) Zahler of Maple Grove and Leo Zahler of Annandale; aunts, Lorraine Miller; sisters-in-law, Frances Truenow, Arlene Marquette, Joan Manke, and Betty Manke; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members. Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Milford and Theresa Zahler; great-granddaughter, Alana Manke; and other dear family members. Elaine's grandchildren will serve as the casket bearers and honorary casket bearers. St. Ignatius Music Ministry will provide music for the service. Arrangements entrusted to Dingmann Funeral Care Burial and Cremation Services of Annandale. Obituary, Guestbook, Video Tribute, and Funeral Webcast online at www.dingmannfuneral.com