Elsie was born and spent her 96 years in Stockton, CA. She was a descendant of pioneer families (Grupe/Holman) and joined The Ladies Auxiliary to California Pioneers in her 80’s. When told of Elsie’s passing, family remembered that Elsie died on the very date of her mother’s birth, January 7th.
Both Elsie and her mother were founding members of The Unity Church in Stockton for more than 90 years serving as a Sunday School teacher, leader for Bible Study, and member of the Board of Directors. She attended church every Sunday with her husband Arthur Liskewicz, Sr. until his passing in 1997. In 1996, Elsie and Art renewed their vows on their 50th Anniversary at a Sunday Service. She continued to be an active participant with the help of other church members who provided transportation into her nineties. Although Elsie was not the church soloist, her voice could be heard praising God above all others at services.
She met the love of her life, Arthur, in 1944 when he was on leave from his PT Boat undergoing service at the Stockton Shipyards. He would frequent Mrs. Holman’s restaurant where he first met his future wife Elsie. They married in New York in 1946 where Elsie could meet Art’s family and honeymoon. They returned to Stockton and briefly lived in Sacramento where Art attended Watchmaker School. He became a jeweler and watchmaker. He owned Art Jewelers on Yosemite Street located on the same block as the famous restaurant where he met his wife.
She was a great homemaker, cook, and supporter of her husband. When they moved to Summer Place in their new home, she was very active in the homeowner’s association. Together with Art, they spent years as members of Port Stockton Boaters water skiing and especially social events. Art and Elsie’s stew was always a hit for annual July 4th celebrations on the island in the Delta.
Elsie loved being part of family celebrations over the years including her 80th, 90th and 95th parties. Cruising Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, and rafting down rapids in Whistler, British Columbia were memorable moments.
In Early 2019, she unfortunately fell at home suffering a fractured hip. She moved to Livermore for rehab and to be closer to family. She remained at Avondale Villa until her passing on January 7, 2021.
Elsie was dedicated to her family, friends, and church. She will be missed.
Memorial Contributions may be made to:
Unity Church of Stockton www.unityofstockton.org
Or
Eden United Church of Christ—Comida Para Cherryland
21455 Birch St. Hayward, CA. 94541
https://edenucc.churchcenter.com/giving Elsie Liskewicz Memorial Fund