Beebe, Elaine Elaine Beebe passed away in sudden fashion September 30, 2011. Taken too soon, Elaine will be remembered by family and friends for her quick smile and unwavering loyalty. Born in Moberly, Missouri to James and Willabee Burrus, the family migrated to Southern California, where Elaine spent her youth and early twenties in the era that was "the 60's". Moving about the Southwest with her son Robert, she found herself in Tucson, Arizona: where she met and Married Harry. Returning to southern California, where they spent her final twenty years in San Diego. The beauty in nature captivated her, and she always sought it out. Elaine loved to travel, and her conversations were always seasoned with the memories. Elaine is on her final journey, may it be filled with the beauty and Peace she always sought. Elaine is survived by her husband Harry, her cherished son Robert and his bride Natalia, her brother Rick, his wife Patty and their extended family, and Harry's Sister Charlotte and brother Mead and his wife Donna and their extended family. All of whom new the love and loyalty that was Elaine - you will be missed. There will be no local service, Elaine's ashes will be spread in several of her favorite places. Published in San Diego Union-Tribune on October 9, 2011